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Sun shines for vets on Memorial Day By Eve Britton, Lauren Sievert, and Savannah Mu Special to The Citizen Parades were as prominent as picnics throughout the Meriden area Monday , May 27, on a sunny Memorial Day, as military personnel who have died were honored for their service. In Meriden, bands and marchers made their way down cordoned off streets, culminating in a gathering in front of the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center across from City Hall on East Main Street. “Let the living not forget the price they paid for our freedom,” said Teb Aub, the Connecticut POW-MIA coordinator, from Madison. Salvatore Lanzofano, of the Knights of Columbus, like the 50 or so others gathered in the seats and on the lawn, listened in rapt attention as speaker after speaker counted off the numbers of men and women of America who lost their lives in wars beginning with the Civil War and continuing to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. See Memorial, page 10

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Riley Ruth Francis, 6, waves her American Flag during the Southington Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 27.

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The Board of Education voted 6-2 Thursday, May 23, to adopt its $84.23 million budget that includes all-day kindergarten but scraps positions of two teachers who help administer the SOAR Enrichment Program at the middle school and high school levels. School Superintendent Joseph Erardi presented his plan to balance the budget by making up the $1.1 million the Town Council reduced from his original proposal of $85,333,204 for 2013-14. Erardi took out $18,000 in workers’ compensation, $25,000 in unemployment compensation, $295,000 in health insurance costs, $11,840 in oil costs, $18,200 in custodial services, $4,320 for desks at Southington High School, $26,500 in transportation, and $125,886 in special education outplacement tuition. After all of that, he still needed to find more than $720,000 in savings, so he reduced the budget by $93,500 for two specialists who run the SOAR program. He also took out $20,107 for half of

the salary of a literacy specialist at the high school, and $48,274 for a science coordinator. Those positions will be reduced to half a year and will begin in January. Other adjustments included $250,000 cut from school supplies, $70,832 expected from state grants for special education, and $239,168 left in a fund balance. Erardi also explained additional spending that was needed, including $8,925 to make up for underfunding in adult education and $138,180 for full-time equivalent positions to cover enrollment shifts in grades 1 to 5. Erardi said he doesn’t support any of the reductions in this budget, but he had to make some tough decisions. “The proposal before you allows us to grow an all-day K program at the sacrifice of

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Developer adjusts plan for Southington site By Farrah Duffany Special to The Citizen

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Galaxy Development Group LLC has revised its plan for 365 Queen St. Galaxy presented site plan modifications to the Planning and Zoning Commission that call for a medical office, drivethrough restaurant, and retail space. oped and to open some business,” DelSanto said. Chaplinsky hopes a “nice tenant with a big name” would be a plus for the area. The lot is across from Friendly’s Restaurant, Wood-n-Tap Bar & Grill, a super market and a few other businesses.

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Plans for a restaurant at 365 Queen St., just south of Loper St., have changed to include a multitenant building with a medical office, drivethrough restaurant, and retail space. Galaxy Development Group LLC, of Manchester, presented site plan modifications to the Planning and Zoning Commission that would change the use of the building from a sit-down restaurant to a structure with three businesses. This would change the dimensions of the building from a 7,500-square-foot restaurant to a 11,000-square-foot multitenant building. The drive-through restaurant is proposed to be Panera Bread, a bakery and cafe that sells soups, sandwiches, and other items. Specifics for the rest of the businesses have yet to be determined. Michael DelSanto, commission chairman, said commission members are open to the changes, but need to

have specifics answered. Commissioners asked how business would change with a drive-through attached and wanted to know about the entrance, exit, turning radius, parking, hours of operations, aesthetics of the building, and landscaping. The issue was tabled until the next meeting. “The commission had valid points that the drivethrough may increase traffic,” DelSanto said. “We told him to go back and get answers.” “In general, there is a lot of support from the commission on the application,” said Paul Chaplinsky, commission vice chairman. “I think it’s just a matter of dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s.’’ The 365 Queen St. location used to be the site of a small plaza with a liquor store, diner and a few other businesses. The buildings in the lot have been demolished and there has been a tall, chainlink fence around the property for about a year. “I think the town is ready for that parcel to be devel-

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Event in Southington to remember Newtown victims By Farrah Duffany Special to The Citizen

Four months ago, Lisa Wrubleski and Erin Furniss had an idea for a townwide event to spread kindness and to remember the victims of the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown. Since then, the support from the community has been overwhelming. Furniss and Wrubleski, who are friends and neighbors, are planning a ceremony on June 15 called Because of 26. They’re planning a communitywide event at which children and their families would plant 26 butterfly bushes along the Rails to Trails path and money would be raised for a memorial statue for the 20 children and six adults killed in the

Dec. 14 shootings. About $4,000 has been raised so far for a memorial statue, with support coming from people across the state and even from the United Kingdom. The event’s Facebook page, Because of 26, had 475 followers as of May 29. Wrubleski and Furniss often update the page with different ideas and announcements. Recently, Wrubleski posted that they were looking for people to make butterflies out of yarn to hang on poles, trees, and bushes at the event. The idea came from the night before the Apple Harvest Festival parade, when crocheted apples were hung on all the trees on the Town Green. A group of women from the UK expressed interest

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Croce, chairwoman of Southington Community Cultural Arts, a nonprofit, to create a mural of 26 butterflies painted on one of the buildings that faces the trail. Twenty-six artists have been selected to create the different butterflies, and the painting has started. The 26 butterflies will be added to the mural on the day of the event. Children will also be

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On April 27, the Southington Education Association held its first Service Brunch to thank local police, firemen, community service workers, school and town employees, Board of Education members, and veterans for their service to the community and country. Over 40 people attended. Maureen Roth, Dan Hart and Bob Brown, Southington teachers, led the discussion of what everyone does for them town and how to work together to better serve all.

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New four-day preschool program at Plantsville Community Nursery School, 109 Church St. Classes will be held Monday 9 to 11:30 a.m.; Tuesday 12:15 to 2:45 p.m.; Wednesday 9 to 11:30 a.m.; and Friday 9 to 11:30 a.m. For information or to enroll call (860) 628-7870.

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Riccio is Southington’s paraprofessional of the year By Farrah Duffany Special to The Citizen

After 13 years working at the high school as a paraprofessional, Cathy Riccio was recently honored for her dedication and named Southington’s 2014 Paraprofessional of the Year. On Monday, School Superintendent Joseph V. Erardi Jr. and Martin Semmel, principal of Southington High School, along with a few other school officials surprised Riccio with the news during a classroom lesson. “I was shocked,” Riccio said. “I wanted to cry, it was really cute.” In 2000, Riccio started as a paraprofessional in the cafeteria and moved to special education in 2004. She helps teachers instruct subjects to students of all ages in the high school. Talking with different students and teachers every day in a school with thousands of students is a part of the job she loves.

Nancy Chiero, a special education teacher at the high school, has worked with Riccio for the past nine years. “She’s an inspiration to me,” Chiero said. “She makes me a better teacher by working with me. What she offers to students and teachers is invaluable.” Chiero said Riccio is always there when she needs her and is “one step ahead” in the classrooms when teachers need her help. “She has exhibited the skill set required of such an employee by supporting academics, ensuring safety of the students, and collaborating with faculty so that not only her assigned students, but also the students in the classroom she is in, strive for academic excellence,” Erardi said in a press release. Although she was honored for her hard work and dedication to the students, Riccio said the award represented all the paraprofessionals she

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Cathy Riccio, a special education paraprofessional, sits for a portrait in the transition office at Southington High School May 22. Riccio was named the Southington Paraprofessional of the Year. works with. “I could see each and every one of them getting this award,” Riccio said. Riccio’s name will be submitted to the Connecticut

State Department of Education and the School Paraprofessional Advisory Council as a nominee for the 2014 State of Connecticut Paraprofessional of the Year.

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Relay team races for a cure, literally By Julie Sopchak The Southington Citizen

Foxy’s Paws for a Cause Relay for Life team is literally racing for a cure as team members are piecing together their own version of The Amazing Race, a scavenger hunt contest based on the television show. Team co-captain Kimberly Beaudoin said the team, which represents Plantsville Elementary School, tries to do at least one fundraiser a month. Involved with the Relay for four years, Beaudoin said this is her first time as a

member of Foxy’s Paws for a Cause. Beaudoin said the idea for the race came up at a team meeting, where fellow co-captain Allyson Genovese made the suggestion to try coordinating their own race. “I would say it would be very similar to a scavenger hunt, with a twist,” Genovese said. Teams of two will be given a clue at the start of the race. From there, they will have to solve or complete a task in order to advance to the next location. Each location, or pit stop, will yield a new challenge.

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The first team to reach each pit stop will receive a prize, and the grand prize for reaching the finish line first is an overnight trip to New York City, including dinner and a Broadway show for two as well as some extra cash. “I think we’re up for it,” Beaudoin said. “And I think it’s gonna be one of the best fundraisers I’ve ever been a part of.” Genovese works as a local fitness model and is active in charity work, but said she has also lost several family members and friends to cancer. This is her first year participating on a Relay for Life team. In particular, she said she will be walking 24 hours consecutively in honor of her mother. “She can go through chemo and go through everything she has,” Gen-

ovese said. “The least I can do is be on that track for 24 hours and raise as much money as I possibly can.” Beaudoin said pretty much everyone in her immediate family has been diagnosed. Her father died of lung cancer nine years ago and her mother is a colon cancer survivor. “I’m just waiting for the day I get the diagnosis, and I’m ready for it,” Beaudoin said. “I’m gonna fight.” Registration for teams will be accepted until Monday, June 3. To register, email foxyspawsforacause @gmail.com, or contact Beaudoin at (860) 877-4409. There is a registration fee. Volunteers are also needed at each pit stop. The race will be held Saturday, June 15, 9 a.m. beginning at Plantsville Elementary School.

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Being a fan of The Amazing Race, Beaudoin thought to herself, “This is the best fundraising idea I’ve ever heard of.” “We have great ideas for different challenges,” Beaudoin said. “I can [say] it’s similar to the show in the fact that there will be some physical challenges and there will be some mental challenges.” Beaudoin said the team went door to door to about 20 businesses around Southington, asking if they would be willing to participate in the race as pit stops. The Southington race will differ from the show in that in the show, teams have to complete a number of challenges to reach one pit stop, and then another set of challenges to reach the finish line. This race will have a pit stop for each clue.

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Erardi gets sense of satisfaction from 2012-13 year By Farrah Duffany Special to The Citizen As the end of the school year nears, School Superintendent Joseph V. Erardi Jr. says 2012-13 has been a year in which many hurdles have been encountered, but he is pleased with the progress made on the goals he and the Board of Education set. He called the goals “aggressive” and said it took a real team effort to meet them. Much has been accomplished this school year. In November, the administration presented a feasibility study on cost, space analysis, transportation and curriculum analysis for the proposed full-day kindergarten program. Full-day kindergarten was fit into the

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cation chairman, said. “The open communication between him and the board is obvious when you look at those few pages of paper.” School board member David Derynoski said positive strides were made this year in the school district under Erardi’s leadership. “He is a very organized, tenacious individual who has a clear focus,” Derynoski said. “I’ll tell you, he is going to achieve everything that he set forth.” One of the goals that Erardi was especially proud of moving forward was the Vi-

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“The Giving Back Girls” will be having a “Fill That Fire Truck” food drive on Saturday, June 8, at Southington Wal-Mart, Queen Street, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Girls and Southington Fire Department Co. 5 Engine 51 will be collecting and distributing all donated items to Southington Community Services. Any questions, call Tricia Gibney at (860) 681-7303.

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volved, and Erardi will speak at the event. “Although clearly the inception of the activity is from the tragedy at Newtown, it is not about tragedy,” Erardi said. “It’s about a community going forward and doing the right thing all the time.” On May 29 at 5:30 p.m., Wrubleski and Furniss will be selling 200 butterfly kits at Pilgrim Furniture and asking families to take them home, raise them, and bring them back the day of the event to be released. “Everything is coming together,” Furniss said. “I’m just really excited for this day, for the Southington day of kindness, and to see the community come out. It’s so heartwarming.” People who want to contribute can go to any Wells Fargo bank and donate to the Because of 26 memorial fund, or send checks to P.O. Box 263, Plantsville, CT 06479. The event is on Saturday, June 15, at 10 a.m. on the Plantsville Green. The planting of the butterfly bushes will take place along the Rails to Trails path at 10:30 a.m., along with the other activities.

budget and will start in the fall. In August, the Board of Education’s offices moved from Beecher Street to the newly renovated Municipal Center on North Main Street. Technology also remains a priority, with pilot programs implemented across all grade levels. School safety, always a concern, came to the forefront after the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown in December left 20 children and six adults dead. Erardi said he was proud of the enhanced partnership with the Police Department on student safety. “The big thing that Dr. Erardi always says is (that) his goals are our goals,” Brian Goralski, the Board of Edu-

sion 2020 plan. Erardi assembled the group of teachers in the fall as part of his plan to look into the future and keep up with changes in technology and the workforce. The goal was to determine the skills students will need and what they will likely face in the working world in 2020. In March the teachers made a comprehensive presentation to the school board in which they surveyed community members, businesses owners and others to see what students will need. “The piece that is special

to me is not only the end product, but how it was produced with the long-term planning,” Erardi said. “I’m pleased and proud of that committee.” “I think it’s a great plan, but it’s a plan that needs to be followed through on,” Derynoski said. “I think he’s got all the pieces in place.” Goralski said “a lot got done” this school year and that Southington is “fortunate” to have Erardi as a leader because of all the work and effort he puts into making the school district better.

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Cancer survivor demonstrates she is ‘sew’ strong

As a retired home economics teacher and lifelong sewer, Mary DeBisschop has been quilting for the past 20 years. When Mary chose the fabrics for this quilt, she noticed them even though they were brighter than what she would usually choose. Last summer, in the beginning phases of the sewing this quilt, she received a call from her doctor informing her that she had cancer. The quilt fabric was in her hand when the call came in. Throughout her treatment, she continued her work on the quilt. Looking back, she found it symbolic that she had chosen those bright colors as they were a testament to what she went through during treatment. After Mary’s treatment for cancer was complete, she read about the Y’s Livestrong program for cancer survivors in the newspaper and felt that the program would work for

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Mary DeBisschop, left, stands with her completed quilt, titled “Survivor.” her to gain back strength she had lost in treatment. She loved the Livestrong program, the staff, and all the other participants in her Livestrong class. Mary noted

that the program exposed her to what she could do and sharing with other survivors was incredibly valuable to her recovery. When the quilt was fin-

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ished, Mary titled this work of art “Survivor” as a result of what had transpired in her life throughout the creation of the quilt. She said, “When the quilt was finished, I realized that things happen for a reason. Quilting is a labor of love and I sensed this quilt was meant to be given to help others.” Mary graciously donated this quilt to help other survivors gain strength through the Livestrong at the YMCA program. The quilt was be raffled off at the Southington Community Y. Proceeds benefitted

the Livestrong at the Y program that is offered to cancer survivors at no cost. Livestrong helps survivors move beyond cancer, from illness to wellness, in spirit, mind, and body. Submitted by Southington Community YMCA

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An exploration of the community’s readiness to meet the needs of the older population will be presented at the Symposium on Aging, Tuesday, June 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Orchards at Southington, 34 Hobart St. Topics include: What are the issues? What is Southington’s “Livability Index?” What are the current resources? What next steps will best position Southington as an “aging-ready” community? Providing insights and facilitating discussion will be senior care and home- and community-based providers, clergy, foundations and others who seek to provide the best possible solutions for the community. Among those participating will be several of the authors and the men and women they interviewed for the book, “From i-Grandma to Medicare: Essays on Aging by Central Connecticut State University Students and Seniors of Southington.” The publication will be available at the event. Symposium on Aging is being offered to home- and community-based providers, clergy, foundations and media only. Refreshments and lunch will be served. For more information, call Julie Norko, (203) 394-8248. This event is sponsored by Central Connecticut Senior Health Services, United Way of Southington, and The Orchards at Southington, all not-for-profits.

four times and I came back in Wallingford. It just appeals to me, the people and the whole way of life,” Holloway said. He has been involved with the Veterans Memorial Committee for most of his life. George Messier, a retired major in the Marines, welcomed everyone to the parade by first noting 150th anniversary of the battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War. “We are here for our fallen veteran brothers every year,” said Jim Dumaine, a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 591 in Wallingford. “Memorial Day is not Veterans Day. We are here for the guys that didn’t come back.” For families attending the event, it wasn’t just a parade, but more a family tradition. Sue Economopoulos lived in Wallingford for 40 years and

has attended the parade ever since her kids were little. On Monday, she was with her granddaughters and daughter. “I’ve been doing this for years and it is such a beautiful day,” Economopoulos said. “I love to watch it and see all the bands.” Economopoulos was with her 7-year-old granddaughter, Dori Madnecy, who said, “It’s fun and entertaining. I like watching it with my friends.” Pat Kissane, of Meriden, was with his wife and 2-yearold daughter, Bailey. “It’s a beautiful day,” he said. “I got a nice day off from work and it’s great to see all the music, sights and sounds.” Bailey was looking forward to one thing, “to see the drums.” Veterans, marching bands and color guards from Sheehan High School and Lyman

Hall, Dag and Moran Middle School, along with the Wallingford Fire and Police departments and local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops started at Dutton Park marching down North Main Street, to the center of town, concluding the parade at Doolittle Park. Lisa Lyon was with her two sons at the parade. “It’s a good family parade to honor the veterans,” she said. “There really is a lot of community support within the event.”

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The committee for the Southington Italian American Festival has scheduled Friday to Sunday, July 26, 27, and 28 as the dates for this year’s festival. Bill DellaVecchia, representing the Unico Club, and Bob Triano, of the Sons of Italy, have been selected co-chairmen of the event, which will be held in the same location on lower Center Street as in previous years. The committee is looking for both food and non-food vendors. Interested parties should contact Bill DellaVecchia at (860) 628-9321 or Bob Triano at (860) 621-2658.

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The Southington Citizen Friday, May 31, 2013

Church Women United honor May Friendship Day By Robin Lee Michel Special to the Citizen

Church Women United of the Southington area were “Swinging Wide Doors of Hospitality,” keeping with the theme of May Friendship Day, as they welcomed guests on May 17 at Plantsville Congregational Church. More than 80 women from various local churches gathered for dinner and celebration to honor their own who have dedicated themselves to community service and helping others. Among those congratulated for receiving the Christ-

ian Service Award for their respective churches were: JoAnn Myska, First Baptist Church; Beverly Huber, First Congregational Church of Southington; Dot Novak, First Lutheran Church; Diane Hodgkins, Holy Trinity Church; Wendy Fortin and Marcia Smith, Plantsville Congregational Church; Marion Gifford, St. Dominic Church; and Roberta Vendetti, St. Thomas Church. Each woman received a corsage and a certificate of appreciation after a representative from their respective churches presented a short biography, telling

about the service selflessly given. All honorees were integral in ensuring the success of children’s programs such as Vacation Bible School, church fairs and events, fundraisers or visitation, the presenters said. Nancy Kannenberg, a member of Plantsville Congregational Church, presided over the event, which also included prayer, worship, song and the traditional Fellowship of the Least Coin Offering, during which people donate pennies. High-schoolers Matt Schmidt and Lizzie Gutowski, also of the Plantsville church, presented a skit based on Revelation 3:20: “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person.” May Friendship Day is celebrated by Church Women United units across the world, all using the same pro-

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Upcoming events at Temple Beth David, 3 Main St., Cheshire: Rabbi Josh Whinston will have Shabbat morning services Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m. For more information, call (203) 272-0037, or visit www.tbdcheshire.org

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The First Congregational Church of Southington, 37 Main St., located opposite the town green, will offer “Be Still Contemplative Worship,” at 6 p.m. on the third Sunday each month in its meetinghouse. The service will include silence, and lighting of prayer candles during the prayer time. The Sacrament of the Lord’s supper and a blessing by anointing will also be offered. Music for the contemplative service will be provided by Richard Szulczewski and Stephen Casillas. The public is invited.

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The second annual Rev Up For a Cure Classic car show was held at the Southington Drive-in. All proceeds were donated to the American Cancer Society.

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The next performance in the Christopher Koenig Memorial Concert Series will feature Miguel Campinho, concert pianist, Sunday, June 2, 4 p.m., at the Plantsville Congregational Church, 109 Church St. Campinho is an accompanist for the Southington Festival Chorale and is a Doctor of Musical Arts candidate at the Hartt School of Music. There is a ticket price to attend. Refreshments will be served after the concert. For more information, call Liz at 860-621-2837.

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of Southington is sponsoring two bus trips to Connecticut Sun basketball games. The coach will depart from the church parking lot, 581 Meriden Ave., at 2:30 p.m. for both games. The first game, Connecticut Sun vs. Phoenix Mercury, is Saturday, June 29. Game time is 7 p.m. Reservation deadline is Monday, June 3. The second game is Saturday, July 27. Game time is 7 p.m. for the WNBA All Star Game. Reservation deadline is Monday, July 1. For more information, call Bev, (860) 621-3024.

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The Great Gatsby Returns in 3D Tanya Feke M.D. Special to The Citizen

There is an inherent risk in taking a literary classic and twisting it with anachronistic flare. Certainly, eyebrows were raised in 1996 when a certain director dared to bring Shakespeare to the big screen with a gunbrandishing gang and an edgy soundtrack underscored by the original words of the bard himself. Romeo and Juliet bore a creative genius, a reminder that a good story is truly timeless. That film director was Baz Luhrmann, and in The Great Gatsby, he reunites with his former Romeo, Leonardo DiCaprio. Comparisons skew perceptions, and with four onscreen renditions of The

Great Gatsby, five now with Luhrmann’s opus, there are sure to be naysayers. Most of us cringe when a remake of a film, or even a song, is brought center stage. Familiar with one version, instinct draws us to believe the original must be better or best. Sometimes that is true, but without opening our eyes to possibility, we could miss a real gem. It is with this mindset that I approached this latest and “great”-est from this fearless and often bizarre visionary. The end result is exponential extravagance. The characters never approach any personal depth but instead portray glossy replicas of an era, caricatures of ideas, amidst the frenetic energy of Luhrmann’ play

land. The themes, not the players, are the main course. From the decadent costumes to the bedazzling sets, Luhrmann colors every scene with shades of vibrant color and sound. Music strokes the canvas with rabid delight – Jay-Z, Beyonce, Florence and the Machine, will.i.am, Fergie, Bryan Ferry. Emeli Sande’s “Crazy in Love” was so gorgeously remastered it blew my mind and became an instant staple on my iTunes. The 3D too, while not essential, captured the free-spirited Moulin Rouge verve that put the director on the map. Visually and technically, no one can deny the film is stunning. But The Great Gatsby is not all flash and mirrors. The human heart is readily

Government Meetings

Tuesday, June 4 Middle Schools Building Committee, DePaolo Middle School, 385 Pleasant St., 4:30 p.m. Planning and zoning Commission, Municipal Center Public Assembly Room, 196 N. Main St.,7 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 Charter Revision Commission, Town Hall Council Chambers, 75 Main St., 7 p.m. Thursday, June 6 Conservation Commission, Municipal Center Public Assembly Room, 196 N. Main St., 7 p.m. Park Board, Town Hall, 75 Main St., lower level conference room, 6:30 p.m. Board of Water Commission, Water Department, 605 W. Queen St., 6 p.m.

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on display. In one scene, sheer white curtains billow through a room from every angle, winds blowing in through open doors. The effect is at once sensuous and dizzying with beauty. A woman’s hand stretches into the center of the screen with an audible sigh. Softness, lightness, hopefulness, the stage is set to introduce Daisy. Then the doors are shut, and the curtains fall flat in foreshadowing of how she will later close her heart to true love. Which brings us to Jay Gatsby himself. Despite his layered secrets, his soul is pure and driven by dreams, corrupted only by his own insecurity. My heart breaks when he says “I didn’t want you to think I was just some nobody”. It is this pining for acceptance on which the story takes hold. Gatsby represents not only a man in search of his lost love but a representation of our society at large. Materialism has gripped modern civilization with false reassurances that with things come success and glory. What we must remember is

that we are worthy in and of ourselves. When Gatsby breaks his formality with the crack of a smile or a twinkle of his eyes, when he playfully tosses shirts from every color of the rainbow over a balcony, he not only symbolically relinquishes all that money has brought to him but also reminds us that happiness comes from within. It is a joyous moment. One should hardly place Leonardo DiCaprio side by side with Robert Redford for a direct comparison because they portray entirely different men with the same character name. Both are handsome, yes, and both are debonair, yes, but one is more serious, the other more surreal. DiCaprio’s Gatsby challenges the heart within us with a lightheartedness of being that tells us to believe that good things will come ... even if they don’t. Old sport, I would still have loved to have attended one of your parties. An absolute must see. The Great Gatsby: 4 stethoscopes

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Education news

Xavier High School, Middletown, Third Term Honor Roll was announced and the following residents were listed: Jameson Kief, high honors; Matthew Barry, honors, both of Plantsville; Spencer McManus, Austin Pare, Joseph Zacchia, high honors; Shane Baldwin, John Babon, Derek LaPlante, Nicholas Romanelli, Samuel Soundararajan, Aiden Colasanto, Matthew Daigle, Joseph DePaoloBoisvert, Sean Morrissey, Dominic Nazzaro, Cameron Rhodes, honors, all of Southington. Allison Ceplenski, of Southington, was one of the inductees into Eastern Connecticut State University’s, Willimantic, Tri Beta Biology Honor Society. Ceplenski’s major is biology. Brandon Case, of Plantsville, received the Student Association Distinguished Service Award during Western New England University’s, Springfield,

Mass., Co-curricular Awards ceremony. Case is a senior graduating with a degree in chemistry.

Honor roll The following students made the honor roll at the University High School of Science and Engineering, a STEM and Early College Model magnet high school on the University of Hartford campus in Hartford: Elizabeth Doerfler, high honors; Reed Truax, high honors; John Guzauckas, honor roll; Kyle Partyka, honor roll; Morgan Truax, honor roll, all of Southington; and Inti-Hiyari Scanlon, honor roll, of Plantsville.

Scholarships galore Photo courtesy of Matthew Wayton

SHS awards night elicited $300 to Gary Beaumont and Emily Sheehan on behalf of the Matthew Wayton Tennis Tournament, two seniors from the SHS tennis teams who are pursuing higher learning at a four-year institution and have a lifelong passion for tennis.

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Graduates Elizabeth Suzio, of Southington, earned a bachelor of arts at Keene State College, Keene, N.H. Elizabeth Rose Downes, of Southington, was awarded a bachelor of science degree in early childhood education and Karen Elizabeth Lainas, of Plantsville, was awarded a bachelor of sci-

ence degree in social work at Salve Regina University, Newport, R.I. Lainas is recipient of the Social Work Department Award, and the Social Work Club award. Ryan Alexander Beaulieu, of Southington, bachelor of science in business administration, fi-

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We Deliver 7 Days A Week Mon.-Sat. 8-6, Sun. 9-3

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Next to Grace’s Diner HOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 6 am - 1:30 pm; Sat. & Sun. 6:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Thank you to our past, present and future customers for voting us #1. We take pride in servicing our community and we look forward to servicing you in the future.

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FIRST PLACE Best Heating and A/C

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Thank you for voting us Best Tire Shop

Thank you for voting us Best Italian Restaurant!

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First Place Best Italian Restaurant

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First Place Best Tire Shop

98 MAIN STREET, DOWNTOWN SOUTHINGTON

Don Stevens Tire Co., Inc.

860-426-2620

60 Curtiss St., Southington, CT 06489

WWW.BONTERRAITALIANBISTRO.COM

(860) 621-3256

BEST BEST SCOOP SCOOP IN IN TOWN TOWN Every day ... each week ... all year round! Thank You for Voting Us Best Ice Cream! Over 45 Flavors of Premium Ice Cream Homemade Whipped Cream & Waffle Cones, Custom Cakes, Pre-Made Cakes, Pies, Soft-Serve Fat-Free / Sugar-Free Products, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate and Cookies Call ahead for Classroom Orders and Ice Cream Socials.

Thank You... Once Again!

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First Place

Best Ice Cream Southington

Praline’s Café Downtown Southington 50 Center Street 1285745

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Thank You for Voting Us #1

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FIRST PLACE Best Fuel and Oil Company

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS At Arctic Oil we work around the clock to satisfy each one of our customers heating needs. We beat our competitor’s price per gallon by .02 cents every day on our minimum delivery of 150 gallons. Consider Arctic Oil for your home and business heating needs and take advantage of what our voters already know! * New Will Call Customers *

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Arctic Oil 431 North Main St., Southington, CT 06489 www.arcticoilsouthington.com

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Best Dining

Best Italian Plainville 1st Pagliacci’s Restaurant 2nd Fiore’s IV Ristorante 3rd Capri Ristorante

Best Pizza Southington 1st The Fire Place 2nd Renaldo’s Pizza 3rd Domenic’s & Vinnie’s Pizza

Best Italian Southington 1st Bonterra Grill and Pizzeria 2nd Zingarella’s Restaurant 3rd Hearthstone Pub

Best Seafood 1st Sam the Clam’s Pub & Grub 2nd Close Harbour 3rd El Pulpo Restaurant and Tapas Bar

Best Mexican 1st El Sombrero 2nd Puerto Vallarta 3rd El Paso

Greenhouse and Garden Center 223 South Washington St. • Plainville

793-8611 • Open Daily 8 AM-6 PM

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Best Vegetarian 1st Gobi Mongolian Grill (tied) 1st Namaste India (tied) 2nd Somewhere in Bangkok 3rd G Zen

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1ST Place Best Fruits & Vegetables

Geraniums • Annuals • Vegetable Plants Patio and Cemetery Planters

Best Goods and Services

Best Bank 1st TD Bank 2nd Farmington Bank 3rd Bank of America

Best Cellular Store 1st Simply Wireless 2nd AT&T 3rd Sprint

Best Carpet/Floor Company 1st Perron’s Flooring America 2nd Don Petit’s Store of Floors 3rd Dalene Flooring Carpet One Floor & Home

Best Computer Sales & Service 1st CMC Computers 2nd Best Buy 3rd Staples

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Best Pizza Plainville 1st West Main Pizza 2nd Tuscany Steak & Seafood 3rd Parma Pizzaria

ZARRELLA FARMS

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At the Y, we exist to strengthen community. Together with people like you, we nurture the potential of kids, help people understand and improve their health, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. So join our cause. And create meaningful change not just for you, but also for your community.

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Best Health Fitness Center

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Best Day Care

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First Place

Best Martial Arts

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Best Yoga

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First Place Best Pawn Shop

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Thank you for voting Hawk’s Landing the Best Golf Course in Southington and Plainville!

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3

Best Golf Course

Come Comefor forthe thegolf, golf,stay stayfor forthe thefun! fun! IfIfyou’re you’rejust justgolfing golfingyou’re you’remissing missingthe theHawk’ Hawk’ssexperience! experience! • Hit the deck at Club 19, Southington’s only outdoor Sports Bar • New food and drink menus offer a fresh new look in 2013 • Enjoy nightly themes: Monday - Beer Tasting, Tuesday - Trivia, Wednesday Wine Tasting, Thursday - Island Night and Friday - Live Entertainment • Photo spots including our pristine 15- foot waterfall and stunning gardens making every visit memorable

• Two brand new patios offering over 100 additional seats, 70” LED HD TV and breathtaking views of the golf course. A perfect place for private parties or just to relax and enjoy the Club 19 restaurant and bar.

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Best Goods and Services Best Day Care Plainville 1st YMCA 2nd Great Beginnings (tied) 2nd Penny’s Playground (tied) 3rd Plainville Day Care Center

ALWAYS A BAKER’S DOZEN 405 Queen Street, Rt. 10, Southington

“There’s a smile y for ever y c n a F Bagel”

Since 1988

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Best Day Care Southington 1st Southington/Cheshire YMCA 2nd Southington Care Center

353 Scott Swamp Road, Rt. 6, Farmington

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FREE LOCAL DELIVERY With Order of $15.00 or more

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Best Electrical Contractor 1st Mace Electrical (tied) 1st Bussett Electric Inc. (tied) 2nd Ferguson Contractors 3rd Turner Electric

Best Florist 1st Nyren’s of New England Florist 2nd Rose to the Occasion Florist 3rd Always Bloomin

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Best Dry Cleaner 1st Best Cleaners 2nd As U Like It 3rd Sherwood Cleaners

Best Eye Glasses & Contacts Store 1st Plainville Optical (tied) 1st Accu Vision Center (tied) 2nd Dr. Kain & Theriault 3rd Dr. Maglio Gary

ALL BAGELS BAKED FRESH DAILY

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3rd Stork Club Child Care & Development Center

Best Fuel and Oil Company 1st Arctic Oil 2nd Bouchard Fuels Inc. 3rd Plainville Oil Best Golf Course 1st Hawk’s Landing 2nd Southington Country Club 3rd Pine Valley

Voted best yoga studio in Southington and best weight control in Southington! Come see what the buzz is about! New students receive one week of unlimited classes for just $20! BLOOM IS EXPANDING! New amenities coming this summer include: Babysitting center, state of the art fitness room, showers, & 1286299

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5 Classes - $65 10 Classes - $100 30 Classes - $275 Monthly Unlimited - $79 Bloom Yoga Fitness Studios 92 North Summit Street Southington, CT www.BloomYogaFitness.com 860-620-4530

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Readers Choice Best Pizza 7 Years in a Row - ‘07-’13

Celebrating Our 8th Year

Best Bar - 4 Years in a Row - ‘10 -’13 Best Night Spot 2011 & 2012

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FIRST PLACE “Best Bar/Lounge in Southington”

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SECOND PLACE “Best Wings”

Buy 4 Large Pizzas

Receive 1 Large Pizza FREE To-go orders only. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Expires: 7/30/13

First Place Best Pediatrician Southington and Plainville

Southington Pediatric Associates George Skarvinko, M.D., F.A.A.P. Mary Peterson, A.P.R.N. Angela Orsini-Garry, A.P.R.N. June Feola, A.P.R.N

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Small Cheese Pizza

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Tel. #860-621-8331 Fax #860-621-5169

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Best Home Improvement Contractor 1st JC Tonnotti Window Company 2nd Ingriselli Carpentry Business 3rd Saucier Builders, Inc.

Deli & Catering

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We would like to Thank Everyone for your Loyal Support throughout the year in making us your #1 Jeweler Again! “One Little Box . . . One Unforgettable Gift” BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 2

1st Place Best Jewelry Store

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1st Place Best Jewelry Store

J.P. JEWELERS

26 North Main St., Southington Center

47 Whiting St., Plainville Center

(860) 621-7666

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Thank you for Voting us Best Mexican Restaurant 9 Years in a Row!! BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3

Best Martial Arts Instruction 1st Southington/Cheshire YMCA 2nd Valentin Karate 3rd Extreme Karate

2nd J. Whitney Art & Frame Gallery 3rd AC Moore

Best Nursery & Garden Store 1st Ali’s Nursery & Landscaping 2nd Agway 3rd Winterberry Landscape & Garden Center

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151 Queen Street • Rt. 10 • Southington (860) 621-9474 COUPON

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With this coupon. One coupon per table. Excludes holidays. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Coupon Expires 6/30/13

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Best Paint, Decorating & Fabric Center 1st John Boyle Decorating Center 2nd Sherwin-Williams Paint Store 3rd Gagnon Painting & Decorating LLC Best Pet Groomer 1st Wagging Tails 2nd Lather and Laughs 3rd Paw Play Best Pet/Pet Supply Store 1st The Pet Playhouse 2nd Wagging Tails 3rd Pack Tracks Country Club Best Picture Framer 1st Hallmark

Best Real Estate Agency 1st Century 21 AllPoints Realty 2nd Coldwell Banker Premier 3rd Perrella Realty Best Real Estate Agent 1st Linda Voisine 2nd Joan Vallee 3rd Robin Morell Best Veterinarian 1st Southington Veterinary Associates 2nd Apple Valley Veterinarians 3rd Mountain Lore Animal Hospital Best Chiropractor 1st Grant Chiropractic Health Center 2nd Costanzo Chiropractic 3rd McNicholas Family Chiropractic Best Dance Studio 1st Miss Cindy’s Dance Center 2nd Dance City and the Arts 3rd Center Stage

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1st Place Best Cellular Store Cheshire

1st Place Best Cellular Store Southington/Plainville

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Authorized Wireless Retailer

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Cheshire Country Plaza 1081 S. Main St. (203) 272-0005

Southington 966 Queen St. Patten Brook Plaza Southington (860) 793-1700

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Discover The Outdoor Dining Experiance

Best Day Spa 1st From Tips to Toes 2nd Studio 466 3rd A Moment Away

Experience local outdoor dining at its best.

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Best Dentist Office 1st Southington Family Dentistry Dr. Picone & Dr. Brino 2nd Colite Family Dentist 3rd Dr. Welch and Riddle Best Eye Doctor 1st Dr. Shafik 2nd Dr. Kain & Theriault 3rd Dr. Gary Maglio Best Hair Salon Plainville 1st Studio 466 2nd Hair Say Salon (tied) 2nd Sculptures Salon 3rd The Purple Petal

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Best Hair Salon Southington 1st Sculptures Salon 2nd Envee Salon & Spa (tied) 2nd Blonde & Beyond the Hair Salon 3rd Hair Shop Inc. Best Health/Fitness Center 1st Southington/Cheshire YMCA 2nd Bloom Yoga Health and Wellness 3rd Cardio Party Fitness Studio

2nd Studio 466 3rd Lavendar Fields Best Massage Southington 1st A Moment Away 2nd Family Therapeutic Massage Center 3rd From Tips to Toes

Best Massage Plainville 1st Vital Life Center

A Special Thanks for Voting for Us!

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Thank you for voting us Best Massage in Southington

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Best Real Estate office 2nd Place

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Best Massage First Place

Thanks to our customers & our agents for making this possible! Your Perfect Partner®

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From Tips to Toes

Best Health and Beauty

Featuring... Serenity Day Spa

3rd Rite Aid Best Pharmacy Southington 1st CVS 2nd Serafino Pharmacy 3rd Rite Aid

Thank You for Voting Us Best Day Spa... Again!

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 0 2010-2013

Best Weight Management 1st Bloom Yoga Health and Wellness 2nd Southington/Cheshire YMCA 3rd Weight Watchers Best Health Care Facility 1st Southington Care Center 2nd Doctors Treatment Center 3rd Hospital of Central Connecticut

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Best Nail Salon 1st From Tips to Toes 2nd Studio 466 3rd Ace Beautiful Nails

BEST NAIL SALON

Best Yoga Southington 1st Bloom Yoga Health and Wellness 2nd YMCA 3rd Soul Space Yoga and Wellness

Best Pediatrician 1st Dr. George Skarvinko 2nd Dr. Mark Peterson, MD 3rd Dr. Maureen Onyirimba

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860~621~9500 61 Center Street Southington, CT 06489

Best Yoga Plainville 1st Vital Life Center 2nd YMCA 3rd Bloom Yoga Health and Wellness

Best Podiatrist 1st Dr. Leo M. Veleas 2nd Dr. Thomas W. Donohue 3rd Dr. William Mitchard Best Pharmacy Plainville 1st CVS 2nd Walgreens

Thanks for Voting Us Best Bakery in Plainville

Healing The World One Spine At A Time

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FIRST PLACE Best Chiropractor Dr. Carol Grant and her staff at Grant Chiropractic Health Center would like to thank all those who selected us as the Best Chiropractor in Southington. We wouldn’t be the best without you!

33 Whiting Street Plainville, CT 06062 860.410.4292

Specialzing in: • Bread Loaves/Rolls • Breakfast Pastries • Assorted Cookies • Pastries/Cakes

Grant Chiropractic Health Center 860.620.9523

Mon. Closed, Tues.-Sat. 6:30 am-5:30 pm, Sun. 6:30 am-2 pm Info

Serving Breakfast & Lunch + To Go

www.bolobakery.com

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1601 Meriden-Waterbury Tpk., Milldale, CT

• Wedding Cakes • Sweet Breads • Pies/Tarts

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Thank You for Voting Us Best American Restaurant in Southington & Plainville

Voted Best Breakfast 8 Years in a Row

Come in and try our New $15 Dinner Menu Ou Patiotdoor Open

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Thank You!

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30 CENTER ST. DOWNTOWN SOUTHINGTON 860-426-1487

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LUNCH • DINNER • CATERING • TAKE OUT • PRIVATE PARTIES

Best Breakfast Book your catering parties for Summer Catering available for Summer BBQ, Graduations, Picnics, Birthdays & More Call for details

9 Center St., Southington

860-621-9192

www.anthonyjacksrestaurant.com

HALLMARK FRAMING & ART

Custom Picture Framing & Gallery 1286458

100’s of Styles to Choose From Conservation Framing Limited Editions Originals Canvas Transfers Posters

First Place National Champions At Starpower!!

Winner of Southington’s Best of Awards for Best Dance Studio!! BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3

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Thank you for selecting Hallmark Framing & Art Gallery “Best Frame Shop Southington-Plainville”

$25.00 Discount thru Aug. 2013

“If Michaelangelo needed a frame, he would come to us.” 9 West Main Street, Downtown Plainville (860) 621-8885

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Celebrating our 16th year in a newly renovated facility with street level access, convenient parking, 2 large studios, and a spacious waiting room!!

We Proudly Offer: • Flexible payment plans • Classes in multiple disciplines • Knowledgeable, friendly faculty • Award winning choreography • Multiple performance opportunities • Classes for children with special needs •

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Best Motor Vehicle 1286384

Best Auto Body Repair 1st Bill’s Auto Body 2nd Southington Auto Body 3rd Jim’s Auto Body

Best Ice Cream BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3 1st Place Plainville

Thank You for Your Votes!

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 1

Best Car Wash 1st Southington Auto Wash 2nd Sno-White Car Wash 3rd Water Works Car Wash

2nd Place

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Best New Auto Dealer 1st Parsons Buick 2nd Crowley Ford 3rd Richard Chevrolet

2nd Place

Best Service Station Plainville 1st Anthony’s Service Center

2nd Farmington Auto Park 3rd Wayne Town Line Services Best Service Station Southington 1st Volpe & Sons Automotive Inc. 2nd Palumbo’s 66 Service Center 3rd Total Auto Best Tire Shop 1st Don Stevens Tire 2nd Town Fair Tire 3rd J&M Tire Co. Best Used Auto Dealer 1st Farmington Auto Park 2nd Mad Hatter Mufflers & Brakes 3rd Good Guys Auto House

Best Nightly Entertainment

81 East Street, Plainville

Best Bar/Lounge Plainville 1st Central Café 2nd Firehouse Grille 3rd Blue Plate Café

Think of us for ALL of your special occasions! 860-747-5600

Best Bar/ Lounge Southington 1st The Fire Place 2nd TD Homer’s Grill 3rd Groggy Frogg Best Happy Hour Plainville 1st Central Café 2nd Firehouse Grille

Homemade Italian Specialties & American Cuisine BEST OF... AWARDS

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Best Consignment Store 2nd Place

Best Children’s Store 1st Place Tie

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1st Place

PARTY TRAYS TO GO FOR GRADUATION & UPCOMING EVENTS

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Thank You Coupon 15% OFF Total Purchase Expires 8/31/2013. One coupon per person per visit.

We Offer Gluten Free Pasta & Pizza

333 EAST STREET • ROUTE 10 • PLAINVILLE

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Hours: Mon, Tue 11-6pm; Wed, Thurs, Fri 11am-7pm; Sat 9-3pm, Sun 12-4pm 2 0 1 1

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860-747-6200 www.secondspleaseconsignment.com

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BRAND NAME DESIGNER FASHIONS 50% - 85% OFF MARSHALLS & TJ MAXX PRICES!

Voted Best Consignment Store

1994-2013

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2013

2010-2013 2 0 1 2

FIRST PLACE Best Consignment Shop

HELP WANTED Immediate Openings for Cashiers and Customer Service Representatives Must work weekends. Please apply in person.

South Windsor 1735 Town Center 860-644-9090 AT THE CORNER OF BUCKLAND & ELLINGTON RD., NEXT TO STOP & SHOP

Store Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10-6, Thurs. & Fri. 10-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-5 Consignment Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10-4 Thursdays 10-6

Southington

Rocky Hill

151 Queen St. 860-620-1266

781 Cromwell Ave. 860-257-1661

NEXT TO EL SOMBRERO

EXIT 23 OFF I-91 AND 1/4 MI SOUTH

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Best Nightly Entertainment

BEST OF... AWARDS

Best Place for Live Southington 1st Smokin with Chris 2nd Friends Café 3rd Hearthstone Pub

Best Service Station 3 Years in a Row! Come In and See Why.

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1st Place

Anthony’s Service Station, Inc. DOMESTIC & FOREIGN VEHICLES

136 East Main Street, Plainville • 747-5791 1285929

RADIATOR FLUSH & FILL

QUICK LUBE ONLY

Up to 2 gallons of anti-freeze.

ONLY

Inc. up to 5 qts. motor oil

2500 Off

Any A/C Repair of $100 or more with this ad.Valid with this Anthony’s Service Station coupon through 6/30/13

4995

Most cars & light trucks.Valid with this Anthony’s Service Station coupon through 6/30/13

Most cars.Valid with this Anthony’s Service Station coupon through 6/30/13

A/C REPAIR

Best Sports Bar Plainville 1st Sliders Grill & Bar 2nd TD Homer’s Grill 3rd Jerzie Joe’s Sports Bar & Grill

Best Shopping

Summer Air Conditioning Service

CT EMMISSIONS TESTING FACILITY AND CERTIFIED REPAIR CENTER

Music

ROTATE TIRES & COMPUTER BALANCE 4 WHEELS $ 95 ONLY

With Purchase of a Quick Lube Most cars & light trucks.Valid with this Anthony’s Service Station coupon through 6/30/13

Best Antique Store 1st Plantsville Station Antique Shoppe 2nd Flea Market at The Crossing 3rd Village Antique Shop Best Bicycle Shop 1st Renaissance Cyclery 2nd Bobby Sprocket 3rd Dick’s Sporting Goods Best Children’s Store 1st Baby’s World (tied) 1st Seconds Please Consignment (tied) 2nd Target 3rd Uptown Consignment Best Consignment Shop 1st Uptown Consignment 2nd Seconds Please Consignment 3rd Play it Again Sports Best Fruits & Vegetables 1st Zarrella Farms 2nd Stop & Shop

3rd Lewis Farms Best Furniture Store 1st Bob’s Discount Furniture 2nd Pilgrim Furniture City 3rd DePaolo’s Furniture Best Gift Store 1st Just For You Country Gifts 2nd Artisan’s Marketplace 3rd Hallmark Best Grocery Store Plainville 1st Gnazzo’s Food Center 2nd Big Y 3rd Shop Rite Best Grocery Store Southington 1st Stop & Shop 2nd Price Chopper 3rd Shop Rite Best Jewelry Store Plainville 1st JP Jewelers 2nd DBK Family Jewelers 3rd Artisan’s Marketplace

THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO VOTED FOR US! Come try a hair or spa service at our Award Winning Salon! Receive 20% OFF

Any Hair Service

With Eliza or Adam Coupon Expires 6/29/13

Receive a Complimentary Eyebrow Wax with Purchase of 1 Hour Facial Service Coupon Expires 6/29/13

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1st Place Best Hair Salon

BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 3

2nd Place Best Massage

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3rd Place Best Spa

Shellac Manicure $

2800

Coupon Expires 6/29/13

Classic Manicure & Pedicure

4000

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HAIR • FACIALS • NAILS • PEDICURES • MASSAGE • BODY WAXING • MAKE-UP Hours: Tues. & Wed. 9:30-8, Thurs. 10-8, Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-2

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466 East St. (Rt. 10), Plainville

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(860) 747-9466 • www.studio466salon.com

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Thank you for voting us 1st Place for Best Hair Salon!

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European Touch Full Service Salon

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Try Us & See Why We’re No. 1!

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Offering Van Service to area Southington Elementary Schools before & after school. Call for details.

Any Service

Southington 1137 West Street

First-time clients only. Not to be combined with any other offers. Expires 5/30/14.

Kim Crescentini & Adrianne Marcinczyk, Owners

860-628-7900

Gift Certificates Always Available

Thank you to all of Our Pumpkin Patch Families for Voting Us a Top Day Care Provider and Preschool in Southington! CONVENIENT LOCATIONS IN:

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FIRST PLACE

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Cromwell • Wallingford • Westbrook www.pumpkinpatchchildcare.com

Thank you for voting us

#1 Best TV & Appliance Center in Central CT

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Celebrating Our 51st Year Anniversary! Family Owned & Operated

Come Visit Our New Showroom WE OFFER: ✓ Competitive Pricing ✓ In-Store Service Department ✓ Delivery & Installation

LARGE SELECTION IN STOCK • TVs • Refrigerators • Stoves & Ranges • Dishwashers • Air Conditioners • Microwave Ovens • Grills

$$$$$

Before you go out & spend with the big guys... CHECK WITH US FIRST! For over 50 Years Our Family Has Brought Your Family The Best In TVs & Appliances

664 West Main St., Meriden • (203) 237-4800 www.moranstvappliance.com

The Southington Citizen — Friday, May 31, 2013

Farmington Auto Park

T HA NK Y OU FO R 8 Y EARS O F S UP PO RT !

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1st Place

2nd Place

Best Used Auto Dealer Plainville

Best Service Station Plainville

2 0 1 3

farmingtonautosales.com 860-747-8420 • 433 Farmington Ave., Plainville

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Any Body Work or Paint Job Over $2500

Any Service Work Over $50

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Best Shopping

Best Jewelry Store Southington 1st Polumbo Jewelers 2nd Ryan Jewelers 3rd Howland Jewelry LLC

Best Pawn Shop 1st Southington Pawn 2nd Brookside Pawn 3rd Lucky Strike

Best Music Store 1st The Music Shop

2nd Apple Music 3rd Best Buy Best Porch & Patio 1st Namco Pool & Patio Equipment 2nd Lowes 3rd Porch & Patio Best Seafood Market 1st Close Harbour 2nd Gulf Shrimp 3rd Big Y

st Voted 1 Place W O W 4 Consecutive Years!

We would like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU! BEST OF... AWARDS 2 0 1 0

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BEST OF... AWARDS

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Anna Rohon Store Owner

1049 Queen St., Southington, 747-0166

car pet hardwood laminate vinyl ceramic rugs

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Meditation • Yoga • Massage Nutritional Guidance • Life & Wellness Coaching

Thank You a center for awakening consciousness

for your votes!

BEST OF... AWARDS

1st Place Best Massage Plainville

1st Place Best Yoga Plainville

2 0 1 3

100 West Main Street Plainville CT 06062 860-479-0466 Call Us Today for a Personal Consultation

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Check out our website for upcoming Classes & Events

www.VitalLifeCenter.org

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With You Every Step of the Way Serving the Area Since 1971

The Southington Citizen — Friday, May 31, 2013

Tuscany Steak and Seafood 253 East St., (Rt. 10), Plainville (860) 793-1600 Closed Mondays • Open Daily 11:00 am-10:00 pm

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EXPLORE LEARN THRIVE

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YMCA CHILD DEVELOPMENT

2nd Place Best Pizza Plainville Specials Lunch Starting at $6.95 Includes Free Dessert TUES. & WED. Lobster Special $13.95 Dinner Ladies Night $5.00 Martinis & Cosmos 1286394

TUES.-FRI. Early Bird Specials 3 PM-6 PM & Sunday 12-4 PM

The Wheeler Regional Family YMCA would like to thank YOU for voting the Y your #1 choice for Day Care in Plainville. BEST OF... 1st Place AWARDS Best Day Care Plainville

THURS. Ladies Nite • DJ Trivia 4-Course Meal $14.95 Buy One Drink, Get Second 1/2 Price SUNDAY 2 Dinners for $25 and FREE Bottle of House Wine

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WheelerYMCA.org

FRI. & SAT. from 4 PM-5 PM Free Hors d’oeuvres • 1/2 Price Drinks Beer Specials

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Check out our menu at www.tuscanysteakandseafood.com

The Wheeler Regional Family YMCA is a branch of the YMCA of Greater Hartford. The YMCA for Youth Development: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen, for Healthy Living: Improving the nation’s health and well-being, for Social Responsibility: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors. The YMCA of Greater Hartford is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization established in 1852 and is one of the nation’s oldest YMCA’s. The YMCA strives to serve all regardless of their ability to pay. YGH 13-20-359

Buick thanks you for voting us 1st place again in the

Southington Citizen Best Auto Dealer category!” DRIVE A NEW

2013 BUICK VERANO SPECIAL 24-MONTH LEASE

$149 per month $3,500 down*

Ɣ 24 months Onstar Directions and Connections Ɣ 24 months Sirius XM Radio x 24 months free scheduled maintenance Ultra low-mileage lease for qualified lessees who own or lease a 1999 or newer non-GM vehicle. *$3,649 due at signing (after all offers). Tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment extra. Payments are for a 2013 Buick Verano with $23,975 MSRP. 24 monthly payments total $3,554. Purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. Take delivery by 7/1/13. Mileage charge of $0.25 per mile over 20,000 miles. Lessee pays for maintenance, repair and excess wear. Residency restrictions apply.

We achieved #1 by consistently trying to give our customers the best possible service—before, during ,and especially after the sale. As a thank you, and to introduce Parsons to those of you who have not done business with us, we are matching our outstanding service with this outstanding offer on the 2013 Verano.

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Friday, May 31, 2013 — The Southington Citizen

Best Shopping

Best TV & Appliance Center 1st Moran’s TV Appliance 2nd ACE Appliance Center 3rd Connecticut Appliance Fireplace (CAFD)

J.C. TONNOTTI

Best Women’s Clothing 1st TJ Maxx 2nd Kohl’s 3rd Dress Barn

Best Sporting Goods Store 1st Dick’s Sporting Goods 2nd Play it Again Sports 3rd Southington Athletic Shop

WINDOWS • SIDING • ROOFING Family Owned & Operated Since 1979

and

Best Wine & Liquor Store Plainville 1st Big Saver Wines & Spirits 2nd Town & Country Discount Liquors 3rd Relic Brewing Co.

Thank you to all our readers we appreciate your votes and loyalty to a locally owned small business!

And we are happy to announce that we are expanding our services!

BEST OF... AWARDS

a new division of J.C. Tonnotti Window Company.

We would like to welcome Old Yankee Painting

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First Place Best Home Improvement Contractor

Best Wine & Liquor Store Southington 1st Worldwide Wine & Spirits 2nd Southington Wine & Spirits 3rd M&R Liquors

Old Yankee specializes in refurbishing old aluminum siding! Call us for a free estimate!

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Congratulations to our Winners for Southington Citizen “Best of” Awards 2013 Gas Cards

All done by 1 company that cares & you can trust

Grand Prize: $150 – Sharon Manley

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2nd Prize: $75 – Kathleen Gendrolas

Lic. #614190 www.jctonnotti.com ALWAYS FREE ESTIMATES

Thank You For Voting Us Best Pizza in Plainville FOUR YEARS IN A ROW

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• Daily Specials • Free Delivery • Deck is Open!

West Main Pizza

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Plainville’s Original Pizza House Since 1970

BEST OF... AWARDS

Join us for Happy Hour Daily 4-6 PM

& Restaurant

97 East Main St., Plainville

Peter Kaleodis Visit us online at: www.westmainpizza.biz & Family

(860)747-2724 ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!!

FIRST PLACE BEST PIZZA

THANK YOU COUPON

.00

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ANY LARGE PIZZA Cannot be combined w/any other offer.

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BEST OF... AWARDS

Voted Best Burger in Southington

2 0 1 3

1st PLACE

The Secret of Our Award Winning Taste That’s our promise to you. It’ll be the best seven minute wait of your life. Our Pop wouldn’t have it any other way. His name is on the sign. It’s our sign of pride. A constant reminder of our heritage. We think of it as the gold standard for burger lovers everywhere. And our fries are equally singular in freshness, quality and taste. Our fries are cut from farm fresh potatoes each morning by hand. One potato at a time. Then they are timed

cooked to perfection in their skins in natural peanut oil. Nothing less would pass our standards nor would complement our burgers better. And two words about our hand scooped and individually blended milkshakes: try one. Taste is everything. That’s the secret to winning awards.

Call Ahead And Avoid The Wait

Open Everyday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

979 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike | Plantsville, CT 06479 | 860-426-9998 | popsburgersandfries.com

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Not all hamburgers are created equal. We have tested and re-tested our burgers, drawing from an old family recipe to add the right amount of the right spices to bring out those taste tempting flavors that tantalize as well as satisfy. Our burgers are made fresh each day. Every day. No exceptions. Nothing is ever frozen. Ever. This ensures that every burger is the best you can buy. That’s why we don’t have any freezers. Burger making is an art. Each of our burgers is grilled to order. That’s the reason we don’t have a drive thru window either. Perfection takes time.

Friday, May 31, 2013 — The Southington Citizen SALE DATES: Thurs. May 30 -June 5, 2013

JOB LOT

Ahh Bra

As seen on tv! Compare $14.99

799

Comp. $19.99

STORE HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sunday 9am-8pm

Ocean State

Instant Relief Total Comfort Cushion

Comp. $110

Comp. $300

Regency 10’x12’

77¢ 249

199

50 Pint Electronic Dehumidifier with Built-in Pump

65 Pint Electronic Digital Dehumidifier

4 lbs

Water can pump up 14 vertical ft. Drain tube included in package. Digital humidistat control. Can use drain bucket instead of pump. Comp. $299

Comp. $269 $ 30 Pint................... 149 Comp. $199

7 lbs...........29 99 15 lbs.............59 99 25 lbs.............79

• Double roof construction • Rust resistant powder coated steel frame • Weather resistant/fire retardant canopy • Mosquito nettings • Ground stakes

Over 60 Spices & Extracts

Haier®

3” Jumbo Tabs •Quick Tabs •8 oz Sticks

19999

399

Sierra II Gazebo 10’x10’

12 oz cans, 6 Packs choose from 16 flavors

Assorted styles & colors Comp. $6-$20

Your Choice

6999

Polar Soda

WESTINGHOUSE SOLAR LIGHTS

Holmes®

Air Conditioners

HEPA Type Tower Air Purifier

Medium room purifier. Removes dust, pollen, dander, smoke, etc. Removes 99% of airborn particles. Comp. $80

SAVE $150

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99999

Escort Gazebo 12’x14’

• Open roof gabled design • Includes rolling bag

Comp. $249.99

Chatham Gazebo 10’ x 12’

• Heavy duty metal hard top for year round use. • Includes zippered mosquito netting.

Comp. $1799.99

299

Your Choice

1 Gal. Clarifier • 1 Gal. Algaecide 1 Qt. Iron Out • 1 Lb Shock & Swim

1 Gal. Liquid Shock 1 lb. Powdered Shock

• With remote control digital thermostat • Both cool 350/450 sq. ft. room Comp. $449

$ Your Choice

249

Comp. $299.99

100 Sq Ft of shade. 11’ peak ht. Front pouch for signage. Roller bag for easy transport.

499

Party Pavillion 20’x30’

699

•Includes filter, ladder, ground cloth, pool cover, & DVD instructions

Bestway 12’x36” Fast SetTM Pool ®

16’x32’ Rectangle

18’x36’ Rectangle

8’6” Affinity Sit In Kayak

JUST ARRIVED!

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9 $ 10 $

Resin Chair Seat Cushion

Fits most patio furniture. Selection varies by store Oversize Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner w/ Canopy

5’ Fancy Bamboo Patio Torch

4/$

Citronella Candle Bucket 32 oz

Insect Zapper

Comp. $89

Citronella Torch Fuel 50 oz

Comp. $13

9’ Aluminum Adjustable Tilt

Your Choice

Wood shaft

NEW STYLES!

Mens Shorts

Mens Outer Banks Polos

Regular or cargo Comp $30 & more!

S - 3XL Comp $30-$50

159

45 Gallon XL Heavyduty Trash Bags 25 Ct

7 Pattern Nozzle Hose ................................ 6 $ 3000 SqFt Oscillating Lawn Sprinkler ........ 8

Ultra Dynamo® 50 oz

2 350 $ 6 50

Ultra Fab® 64 oz

Ultra Wisk® 75 oz

Made in USA

3 Gallon Beverage Dispenser

with removable ice core

WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES!

Deluxe Flannel Lined - Black

59”...............Comp. $40...........................$18 68”...............Comp. $40...........................$18

Premium pvc

Black

59”...............Comp. $50...........................$20 68”...............Comp. $50...........................$22

Your Choice

Bayer®

Nationally Advertised Sunglasses Reg. $15-$50 Many other styles

Season Long Grub Control with turf revitalizer

240

All Weather Resin Wicker Set

Cushions sold separately

200

5 Pc Patio Set

44”” Square Table

18 WEED STOP

3’x50’

65 Qt Rolling Party Cooler

100

5 Pc Resin Patio Set

High back chairs, 55”x36” table Deluxe Cushioned Chair Swing Hang it anywhere! Comp. $50

Heavy Duty Steel Hammock Stand Comp. $100

2 Person Cotton Rope Hammock

1075

Selection varies by store

Your Choice

54” Heavy Duty Tomato Cage or 46” Folding Tomato Cage

4’x100’

Your Choice

275

Landscape Fabric $ Anchor Staples 25 ct....

GRASS SEED 15 lb. Landscaper

22 $ 6

Two Person Brazilian Style Cotton Fabric Hammock

3 lb. Sun & Shade

2013 FLOWER & VEGETABLE SEED

127 Gallon Deck Box

100

Plant-Tone® Holly-Tone® Rose-Tone® Garden-Tone® or Tomato-Tone® 8 Lbs

Landscape Fabric

LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!

1895

Grubex® Season Long Grub Control Treats 5000 sq ft. NOT AVAILABLE in North Babylon, NY

Not available in ME...................

............

Espoma® Organic Plant Foods Holly-tone 27 Lbs

Scotts®

’ 100 4’x

50’ 3’x

42 Gallon Contractor Bags 20 Ct

10 TOP Brands!

$20........................... 10 $ $20........................... 10 $ $20........................... 10 $ $25........................... 14

53”...............Comp. 59”...............Comp. 68”...............Comp. 80”...............Comp.

24-Hour Grub Killer Plus™$

Your Choice

68” Std Vinyl Comp. $12....................... $6

Flannel Lined - Green

1988

999

75’ ....................... $20 100’ .................... $25

Grill Covers

Your Choice

5/8” Premium Rubber Vinyl Garden Hose

Treats 5000 sq ft. NOT AVAILABLE in North Babylon, NY

10’ Offset Patio Umbrella

Rust proof aluminum frame with polyester canopy. 360o rotation

60 Can Comp. $49

Up to $5 MFG Rebate Details in Store

9’ Two-Tier

Wood frame, E-Z lift crank with brass accents.

18 $ 22 $

10’ Offset Patio Umbrella Steel frame Comp. $150

Comp. $90

Comp. $39

Comp $36

Sensitive Skin Sunscreen Broad Spectrum 4 oz, SPF 30 Age Shield Face Sunblock 3 oz, 90+ SPF Comp. $10.49 Suncare Sprays & Lotions 3-5 oz, Assorted SPF’s Comp. $9.99-$11.99

Extra thick insulation

Stylish Prints, smocked neckline

Comp. 20

Neutrogena & Aveeno

Soft Sided Rolling Cooler 40 Can

Ladies Peasant Tops

Lightweight, 100% rayon Asst. designs

9’ Deluxe Auto-tilt Aluminum Fiberglass Ribbed Patio Umbrella Comp. $200

8’ Umbrella

Missy & Plus

Ladies Floral Print Tops

3/$

Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner

Microfiber Comp $24

NEW SELECTION!

34999

3 ply PVC construction, slatted wood floor boards, pump, oars, pressure gauge and storage bag.

Capacity 295lbs

Cargo Capris

Capri Sets

Comp. $699.99

Youth and adult sizes. Comp. $12 - $36

Comp $30

Comp $25-$30

Comp. $39.99

Stearns Life Vests

20’x40’ Rectangle

Outer Banks Sleeveless Tops

Cami Boxer Sets Wicker Settee... 25 $ Wicker Chair..... 12 $

Hi Back Chair

880 lb capacity

200

Z Ray I 3 Person Inflatable Boat

NMMA Certified

Comp. $349.99

Super comfortable polyester/spandex

Comp. $59.99

14” Comp $49........ 32 $ 18” Comp $60........ 39

Ladies Knit Sleepwear

Chaise Lounge

Market Style Umbrellas

•Includes filter

All Weather Outdoor Cushions

3 speeds Comp. $21

• Raises water temperature during the day • Extends your swimming season • Prevents water evaporation • Saves on Chemicals 3 Year Warranty 15' Round 18’ Round 24’ Round

8” 3 Speeds $ w/Thermostat Comp. $40....

9” High Velocity Fan

Solar Pool Blankets Pay for Themselves Over & Over!

INTEX® 18’x9’x52” Ultra FrameTM Rectangular Pool

7” 2 speed Twin Window Fan

5 lbs pH Plus • 6 lbs pH Minus • Aqua Pill #1 • 1.75 lbs Chlorine Stabilizer • 4 Lbs Calcium Hardness • 5 Lbs Total Alkalinity

Heavyduty commercial grade polyester top. Rust resistant galvanized steel poles

Comp. $999.99

Comp. $34

18” 3 Speeds Adjustable to 57” Ht $ Comp. $39......

Titan Shade 10’x10’ Commercial Gazebo

Reconditioned

16” Oscillating Pedestal Fan 3 speeds Comp. $34

Portable or Window Unit 12,000 BTU Electronic

Your Choice

*mfr suggested retail

50% OFF*

50lb Black Oil Sunflower Seed .......... $ 25lb Nyjer Thistle Seed .............................. 25 $ 25lb Signature Blend ................................... 23 50 20lb Country Blend .......................................... 8 $ Suet Cakes ....................................................................... 1

We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards & All Major Credit Cards

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OCEANSTATEJOBLOT.COM FOR STORE LOCATIONS, MONEY SAVING COUPONS & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!

We warmly welcome

CitizenHealth

Red Cross blood drives

American Red Cross blood drives in the area include: Monday, June 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; UConn Medical Center Academic Research Building, 263 Farmington Ave., Farmington, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 - Amer-

ican Red Cross Farmington Blood Donation Center, 209 Farmington Ave., Farmington, 12:30 to 5:15 p.m. Saturday, June 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; American Red Cross Farmington Blood Donation Center, 209 Farmington Ave., Farmington, 6:30 to 11:15 a.m. To make an appointment, eligible blood donors are asked to call (800) RED

CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Tai Chi for Arthritis The Orchards at Southington, 34 Hobart St., offers Tai Chi for Arthritis classes Thursdays 4 to 4:45 p.m., beginning Thursday, June 13. Classes will be led by Certified Tai Chi Instructor, Jennifer Wade-Vauter, BS.ED, CPT. There is a cost to attend. To reserve a spot, call Jennifer, (860) 628-5656, ext. 140. Visit online at www.southington orchards.org.

MotherToBaby The University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, announces MotherToBaby CT, the new name of its free, statewide counseling service that connects experts in the field of birth defects research with moms-to-be and the general public. MotherToBaby CT is formerly known as the Connecticut Pregnancy Expo-

The Southington Citizen Friday, May 31, 2013 sure Information Service. All North Americans can be connected with MotherToBaby experts toll-free through its phone counseling service, (866) 626-6847. The public can be connected to an expert online at MotherToBabyCT.org.

Celiac Support Group The Central Connecticut Celiac Support Group is

sponsoring a chat group, Gluten Free 101, at 7 p.m., at the Berlin Community Center, (lower level) , 230 Kensington Road, Berlin, on Monday, May 20. All persons with celiac disease and their families and friends are invited to attend. Come to gain information and alleviate the stress of living with the disease. To register and have questions answered call Carm at (860) 426-1980 or Nancy at (203) 634-0530.

Babysitting course Southington Youth Services is sponsoring a Babysitting Certification Course Tuesday, June 25, 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Southington Municipal Assembly Room, 196 N. Main St. There is a fee for the class. Participants must bring their own lunch. No peanut products of any kind will be allowed. The class is for Southington residents age 12 and up, and is limited to 15 slots. For more information, or to register, call (860) 276-6281.

Yoga classes A five-week session of yoga classes sponsored by The Southington Arts Council, Inc. will begin the week of June 3 and be held at 7 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays and 6 p.m. onFridays. Classes will be held in the lower level of The Southington Historical Society Building, 239 Main St. There is a cost for members and non-members. For more information or to register, call (860) 621-2787.

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degree in medical studies from DeSales University, Center Valley, Pa. Ashley Albini, of Marion, and Matthew Bacon, of Plantsville, graduated from the Quinnipiac University School of Law, Hamden. Stephanie L. Nichols, of Southington, earned a bachelor of science in criminal justice at Anna Maria College, Paxton, Mass.

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The Southington Citizen Friday, May 31, 2013 The Calendar House, located at 388 Pleasant St., is Southington’s senior center. For more information or to view the newsletter, visit www.calendarhouse.org or call the office, (860) 621-3014.

Friendship Club Mulberry Gardens, 58 Mulberry St., offers Friendship Club, a free, monthly club for seniors. Activities, fitness, games, music, arts and crafts, coffee socials and more are offered. The club includes lunch and transportation. Seating is limited. Call Marie Terzak at (860) 276-1020 if interested. The club meets every third Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mulberry Gardens. For more information, visit www.mulberrygardens.org.

Special interest clubs Special interest clubs meet monthly on Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Perry Room. No fees, experience, or membership is required. Walk-ins are welcome. The Financial Investments Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month, led by Constance C. Proll, CFP. The club discuss-

es stocks, bonds, CD’s, money market, mutual funds, retirement healthcare, social security, and estate planning, among others. The Digital Photography Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month, 1 p.m., and discusses camera equipment, latest software, photo editing, and field trips to practice taking pictures. Led by Peter Freeman, who teaches digital photography at the University of Connecticut. Bring a camera. The Computer Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month (May 22) to discuss computer fundamentals, tablets, smartphones, hardware, software, and anything else computerrelated. Led by Mark White, assistant manager of the Computer Learning Center. The summer 2013 Computer Session runs through June 20. Classes offered are Computer Basics, Intro to Computers, Files and Folders, LibreOffice Word Processing, Ipad Basics, and

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Bridge club The Orchards at Southington, 34 Hobart St., offers a weekly bridge club each Monday beginning at 1:30 p.m. Individuals and teams are welcome. To reserve a space, contact Edesa Ciscar, retirement counselor, at (860) 628-5656. Visit online at www.southingtonorchards. org.

AARP The Southington Apple Valley Chapter AARP No. 4943 will meet at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 28, at Mary Our Queen Church hall, 248 Savage St. The program will feature Fred Kuhr, who will give some timely tips on gardening and landscaping. Members are reminded to bring non-perishable items for Community Services and comfort items for service personnel. New or prospective members are welcome at

all meetings. Anyone interested in the trip to Boston and the Cheesecake Factory may call Esther, (860) 628-0063.

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Susi, Blue Knights sink Newtown By John Pettit Special to The Citizen

Even with an 11-run lead, Southington baseball coach Charlie Lembo trotted ace pitcher Brett Susi back out on the mound for the seventh inning Tuesday afternoon, May 28, against Newtown. Lembo wasn’t about to take any chances in the opening game of the CIAC Class LL state tournament.

“Even though we got all those runs in the sixth, his pitch count was pretty low,” Lembo said. “Plus, I didn’t really want to take the time to bring another guy in with the rain and all. I wanted to get us out of here before the mound got worse. Brett pitched great, he really did.” Susi fired a completegame four-hitter with five strikeouts and two walks as the No. 4 Blue Knights start-

ed the state tourney with an 11-0 blanking of 29th-ranked Newtown at Fontana Field. With the win, Southington (17-3) advanced to today’s second round, where it will host No. 20 Brien McMahon of Norwalk, a 5-2 winner over No. 13 Hall on Tuesday. Susi, who is heading to Central Connecticut State University, needed just 82 pitches to complete the shutout.

Moquin near perfect for SHS Record-Journal staff The top-ranked Southington softball team opened the state tournament in nearperfect fashion on Tuesday. Senior ace Jordyn Moquin twirled a nohitter with four strikeouts and one walk to lead the Blue Knights to a 7-0 victory over No. 32 Shelton in the first round of the CIAC Class LL state tournament. Moquin, whose teammates played errorless softball behind her, walked Shelton’s Alexandra Mingolello to lead off the fifth inning. Catcher Rachel Harvey promptly picked off Mingolello at first as Moquin

(20-1) faced the minimum 21 batters in a steady rain. “Jordyn was excellent,” Southington coach John Bores said. “We played great defense. We made all the plays and we also had 10 hits, so I was happy with that.” Moquin contributed two singles and three RBIs to her pitching gem. Sydney Ferrante went 4-for-4 with a double, triple and RBI. “We’re building momentum,” said Bores, whose team improved to 20-1 overall and hosts No. 17 Newtown in the second round today at 4 p.m. Shelton ended its season at 8-13 overall.

He also helped himself by going 2-for-2 with two singles and three RBIs, while his teammates supported him by turning three double plays and exploding for eight runs in the bottom of the sixth inning. “I threw all right,” Susi said. “I was a little all over the place to start the game. I don’t think I pitched my best, but I did enough to get us the win. That’s all I was worried about. The double plays were huge and, with a lineup like

this, you wait for that big explosion. We have the capability to do that every single game. You love it as a pitcher because it obviously takes a lot of pressure off.” Southington, which scored twice in the first inning, led just 3-0 heading into its sixth. The Knights had five hits and sent 12 batters to the plate against three Newtown pitchers in the frame.

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CIAC tournament results *All games May 28 unless otherwise noted Baseball Southington 11, Newtown 0 Softball Southington 7, Shelton 0 Boys volleyball Southington 3, Danbury 0. Individual match scores: 2511, 25-12, 25-15. Boys tennis Singles first round – Matt McKinney, Fairfield Prep def. Kunal Kataria, Southington 6-1, 6-1 Girls tennis Qualifying round (May 26) Southington 6, New Britain 1 First round Southington 4, Newington 3

Boys rugby The Southington High School Rugby Club ended its regular season May 12, defeating New London 24-19 and improving to a 6-1 record. Right, Vin Romano breaks free of a defender. Below, Josh Irizzary breaks loose on his way to score a try.

Photos by Steve Cieslewski

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Lightning strikes twice The Southington Lightning 12U squad won the 12U title in “The Shock” tournament in Meriden May 25-26. The Southington Lightning 13U also took the 14U title in the tournament. Photos courtesy of Vito Minkiewicz

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Majors Division Orioles 16, White Sox 1 (May 13) Orioles: Colin Burdette pitched a complete four-inning game, striking out six with 45 pitches. Solid hitting and heads-up base running from the Orioles helped secure the win. White Sox: Max Peruta and Tim Walsh both went 1-for-2, while Glen Halliday added his second homerun of the year. Marlins 16, Dodgers 5 (May 14) Marlins: Chase Swain pitched four solid innings in collecting his first win of the season. He also added three hits. Andrew Paradis, Brendan Kavanagh and Nate McDevitt also contributed multiple hits. Dodgers: The Dodgers fell

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Athletics: Jack Terray led the offense with three hits while throwing four solid innings in defeat. Jason Krar pitched two scoreless in relief. The defense was led by the Gaudio brothers, Nico and Brando, along with Noah Rogala and Jack Reilly. Rogala and Reilly also contributed hits, helping the A’s put a couple runs on the board. White Sox 9, Pirates 8 (May 16) White Sox: The White Sox won on a walk-off single by Glenn Halliday. Ryan Flynn went 1-for-2 with three runs scored, Tim Walsh was 3-for4 with three RBI, and Jack Reilly added a key single for the Sox. Max Peruta pitched five innings with eight strike outs, while Sam Bouchard made his majors debut behind the dish, catching six

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“In the tournament, and in baseball, you need the confidence at the plate,” Lembo said. “We were hitting the ball hard through the first three, four innings, but only had two runs to show for it. You’re not trying to put it on another team and run (the score) up, but we’ve also got guys going to the plate and they want to the swing the bats and I think confidence gets you going in a short tournament like this.” Dave Palladino singled twice in the big inning, while Andrew Goralski ripped a three-run double and Justin Rose blasted a two-run homer for Southington. “We are always confident as a team,” Rose said. “We have a good pitching rotation, we have a solid defense and hopefully the big inning will carry over to (today).” Pat Mullins (4-2) took the loss for Newtown, which ended its season at 8-13 overall. He went five innings and allowed five runs on eight hits with two strikeouts and three walks. Reid Schmidt doubled for the Nighthawks’ only extra-base hit. “We definitely competed,” Newtown coach Matt Memoli said. “We battled. Their kid

behind 8-2 early in the game. Offensively, the Dodgers were led by Devin Pelletier with three hits, and Nate Borkowski, Jack Meade and Mario Ferreri with two hits each. Mike Melluzzo pitched. The Dodgers have been mathematically eliminated from the No. 1 seed. Angels 8, Athletics 2 (May 15) Angels: Calvin Gumprecht hit an RBI double that would be the eventual game winning run, only to be topped by a homerun at his next at bat. Other bats that contributed at the plate were Will Downes, Johnny Simard, Ryan Mikosz, Jake Romano, and Jake Miceli. Defensively, the Angels were led by Jake Romano on the mound in an excellent outing. Rob Fantoli closed the game.

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Velez, Ryan Mikosz, Johnny Simard, and Jake Romano. The offensive charge was led by Jake Romano, going 3-for-3 at the plate, and Will Downes, who hit a double and a triple. Calvin Gumprecht, Ryan Mikosz, and RJ Taylor also contributed hits. White Sox: Matty Biscoglio pitched four strong innings for the Sox, whose offense was led by Nate Korngiebel who went 3-for-3 at the plate. Robert Cantillion went 2-for-3 with two runs scored, and Tim Walsh went 2-for-3 with three RBI to help pace the White Sox offense. Athletics 9, Dodgers 5 (May 18) Athletics: Jack Terray, Hayden Nadeau, and Jack Reilly got multiple hits each. Jason Krar pitched more than three innings, leading

the A’s above .500. Others contributing big hits were Krar and Owen Bouchard. Terray secured the victory, making a key defensive play for the final out. Pirates 7, Dodgers 2 (May 19) Pirates: Jake Beaupre pitched a complete game, allowing only two runs while striking out seven batters. Adam Hunter had two hits including a double, and Nate Foulk had a key hit to drive in two runs. Beaupre, Mack Brennan, Justin Verrilli, Brett Hunter, and Connor Stifel all had hits. Brett Hunter, Verrilli and Brennan turned a 4-6-3 double play late in the game with the bases loaded to end the Dodgers’ threat. Dodgers: Devin Pelletier had a very strong outing with four innings pitched to go along with a 3-for-3 day at the plate. Hayden Nadeau for subbed in from the A’s with a

single. Joe Meade added a base hit. Marlins 4, Angels 3 (May 20) Marlins: The Marlins received three hits from Andrew Paradis, including his fourth home run of the year to help the Marlins edge the Angels. Ryan Parent pitched 4.2 innings, striking out eight, and Brendan Kavanagh closed out the final four outs facing five batters. Zach Plochocki hit in the tying run with a double and scored the winning run. Chase Swain added a hit and played solid in the outfield. Angels: Jake Romano hurled a complete game in the loss. Defensively, he was backed up with fielding plays by Brandon Velez, Will Downes, Ryan Mikosz, Johnny Simard, Calvin Gumprecht, and RJ Taylor behind the plate. Marlins pitching held the Angels to five hits, including a double

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by Cooper Burdette and singles by Downes, Romano, Taylor, and Jake Miceli. Dodgers 10, White Sox 3 (May 21) Dodgers: Jack Meade pitched four innings with seven strike outs and also went 2-for-2 at the plate with two walks and his second home run of the season. Mike Melluzzo closed out the game pitching and also had a 3-RBI triple. Devin Aberger, Devin Pelletier, Mario Ferreri, Nate Borkowski, and Joe Meade also contributed hits.

Athletics 5, Pirates 3 (May 22) Athletics: Jack Terray and Jason Krar held the Pirates to three hits. Krar added a double while Nico Gaudio, Owen Bouchard, and Noah Rogala each contributed two hits along with a double by Jacob Krar. Pirates: Adam Hunter pitched four strong innings and Justin Verrilli pitched a sharp inning in relief. Hunter also contributed a hit along with Connor Stifle. Verrilli and Jake Beaupre each doubled.

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Matt Sirois (RBI) also singled. Lembo, who guided the Blue Knights to the LL state finals and semifinals, respectively, in his first two seasons, said first-round games are usually the most difficult. “The kids might have a little bit of nerves,” he explained. “(It’s) the unknown. A lot of times, you’re playing a team you haven’t seen before. Newtown was 8-12, but you never know. You could run into a kid who is just a stud pitcher who won all eight of their games. The first game is always the toughest. I think every coach in the state will tell you that. Now that that game is over

Continued from page 57 stop Ted Shaw and second baseman Matt DiNello each completed sliding plays from their knees. DiNello ranged far to his left and fired to Susi covering first for the out. “Defensively, we did a pretty good job,” Lembo said. “I think we might lead the state in 4-1 put outs. We work on it every day at practice. It’s nice, as a coach, to see all the hard work that these kids put in and then they go out in the game and they do it. As a coach, you really like to see that.” Brett Shaw finished with two singles for Southington. Rose, Ted Shaw, DiNello and

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YMCA Briefs Summer programs Registration for the Southington Community YMCA Summer Program Session begins for full members and for program members on Saturday, June 1, at 8 am. The summer program session starts on June 24th and ends Aug. 25th. The summer program guide is now on line. Click on summer program guide. Registration is available for members online at www.sccymca.org or in person at the front desk. Week long summer camps for school age children for gymnastics and tiny tumblers, ages 3 to 5 years old will be offered. For information about gymnastics contact Jackie Nadeau at (203) 272-7688 or gymnastics@sccymca.org.

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In between school, homework, sports and myriad other extracurricular activities, Chase Collegiate School, Waterbury, student pursues her other passion—horseback riding. The student—Jenna Blocher, a 5th grader from Southington, is not just a leisure rider, she is a champion. Blocher was recently ranked in the Status of Saddle Horse Reports as a top 10 champion in the Classic Saddle Seat Equitation Division. These points were compiled from 250 horse shows across the country and tabulated to show the top riders in the country. Blocher, who started riding when she was just four years old, rode each show with her horse Answer the Call AKA “Stewie.” In October 2012, Blocher competed in the World Championships in Oklahoma City and won top five in both divisions of her equitation classes. This summer, as a testament to her dedication, the day after school is out, Blocher will be competing in the First Connecticut Morgan at the Big East Fair in West Springfield.

Tunxis Community College student Naomi Lemire, of Southington was one of 16 outstanding students from the Connecticut Community Colleges to be named to the All-Connecticut Academic Team during a recognition ceremony on April 26 at the State Capitol. The All-Connecticut Academic Team recognizes the outstanding scholarly achievements and leadership accomplishments of students enrolled in Connecticut’s commu- Lemire nity and junior colleges. The students chosen for the state team also represented the state of Connecticut in the All-USA Academic Competition. “It came as a huge surprise, and is a wonderful confirmation of all the hard work I’ve accomplished over the past two years,” said Lemire, a liberal arts and sciences major and president of Phi Theta Kappa’s Alpha Iota Alpha chapter at Tunxis. “I have had the most incredible community college experience, which has given me opportunities to be a leader, make great friends, and develop skills I will carry with me throughout my life.” Lemire will graduate in May and plans to transfer to Trinity College or Quinnipiac University where she will pursue a degree in English and creative writing. She wants to become an author and possibly teach at the college level in the future. Lemire continues to work part-time as a dance instructor and choreographer while attending Tunxis.

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Calcagni Real Estate, recently held its annual Spring 2013 Food Drive. The company’s realtors and staff collected over 2,000 pounds of nonperishable food items, and delivered the donations to the Cheshire Food Pantry, Keefe Community Center, Southington Bread for Life, and Master’s Manna.

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Farmington Bank announced April 30 the appointment of Michael T. Schweighoffer to the newlycreated position of executive vice president, chief lending officer; and the promotion of Catherine M. Burns to executive vice president, chief risk officer. “Michael and Cathy have been trusted and valuable members of Farmington Bank’s senior management team for years. I look forward to their continuing leadership and counsel as we move ahead,” said John J. Patrick Jr., Chairman, President, and CEO of Farmington Bank. In the position of chief lending officer, Schweighoffer will oversee Farmington

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sons will run during open hours on Saturdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Helmets are required for all skaters, and there is staff present during all open hours to ensure that every skater is following this safety policy. Additional padding is recommended to maximize safety. All skaters must have a 2013 waiver form signed by a parent/guardian on file in order to skate, unless they are 18 years old or over. The YMCA Skate Park is free for all Southington residents and members of the Southington and Cheshire YMCAs who are in third

grade or older. Parents must accompany all third and fourth graders during their time in the YMCA Skate Park. For information contact Shane Altwies, Outdoor Center Program Director, at (860) 621-8194 ext. 308 or by email at saltwies@sccymca. org.

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Childcare options The Southington YMCA, 29 High St., Early Childhood options include preschool, nursery school and creative child. Children must be fully toilet trained and out of pull ups and turning 3 before Dec. 31, to register. Preschool is an all-day program located in the YMCA Learning Center. Full and part week options are available. Children are divided into classrooms according to age. Nursery School is a part day part week program. Space is available in the Monday, Wednesday, Friday afternoon class running 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. for 4-yearolds. Creative Child is a program running Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 to 11:15 a.m. Children participate in crafts, group

YMCA Camp Sloper The YMCA Camp Sloper Outdoor Center, 1000 East St., offers a tradition in four, two-week sessions running from July 1 to Aug. 23 as well as a one-week preview from June 24 to June 28. The day camp program runs Monday through Friday 9 a.m.to 3 p.m., with extended camp care available if needed. YMCA Camp Sloper serves children ages 3 to 15 years old. Bus transportation is provided for residents of Southington, Cheshire, Berlin/Kensington and New Britain. There is no bus transportation for Wanderers. Financial assistance is available for qualified families who live in Southington and Cheshire. Payment plans can also be arranged. Those who cannot attend

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Unit 63, $195,000. Property transfers reported from May 7 to May 13: Ryan and Angela Naimali Amorosino to Kristopher M. Patterson and Alicia A. Giacco, 253 Russet Lane, $337,500. Elizabeth Orr Stuart to Mariani Construction, LLC, 221 Meriden Ave., $100,000. James J. III and Rosemarie Milo to Andrew M. and Karen Hoffman, 81 Hawthorne Drive, $327,000. Semiramis M. Armandroff, trustee to Thddeus Rogalia, 54 Mooreland Drive, $107,500. Semiramis M. Armandroff, to Thddeus Rogalia, 54 Mooreland Drive, $107,500. Demis J. and Diane Dorio to Carmelinda Kroll, 22 Plum Orchard Road, $139,400. D & J Corporation to Robert J. Susan A. Urillo, 395 Winding Ridge, $750,000. Estate of Rose Messina to Peter M. Marko, 122 Timber Ridge, $89,000. JoAnn R. and Rick A. Rice to Jennifer A. Couture, 181 Prospect St., $100,600.

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ATTIC & BASEMENTS CLEANED GARY WODATCH Debris Removal Of Any Kind. Homeowners, Contractors. Quick, Courteous Svc. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723 Cell 860558-5430 GARY Wodatch Demolition Svs Sheds, pools, decks, garages. Quick, courteous srv. All calls returned. Ins. #566326. Office 203-235-7723/Cell 860-558-5430

CARPENTRY PETES CARPENTRY & WOODWORKING. Free Est. Kitchens, Baths, and all Interior Woodworking. HIC #0615239 (203) 558-0783 RUSS MORIN REMODELING Window-Doors-Decks-Basements Refinishing-Interior Painting CT Reg 632970 (203) 630-3342

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CHLOE’S Home Solutions LLC Quality products, prompt service, & excellent installation at fair prices. Roofing, Siding, Decks, Paint, Home Repairs & Remodels. Lic & Ins HIC #0631419 Credit Cards Accepted Call (203) 631-2991

LAWN Mowing, Spring Clean Ups, hedge trimming, brush, shrub & tree removal. Dump Runs. Junk Removal. Don 203-235-1318

GUTTERS DON’T WORK IF THEY’RE DIRTY

HANDYPERSONS

HOME DOCTOR LLC Small to Major Work. Outside, Inside, Plumbing, Remodeling, Roofing. Since 1949. Home Painting Call 203-427-7259 Lic #635370

Most yards .5 acres or less. Cut, trim. Plus blow off driveways & walkways. Larger property? Free est. 860-919-2018 RJ LARESE LANDSCAPING Res/Comm Lawn Maintenance. Spring Clean-Ups. Senior Disc. Free Estimates 203 314-2782

ICE DAMAGE? Seamless Gutters. Gutter repairs. 100% no clog leaf guard system w/lifetime warranty. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

For gutter cleaning, Call Kevin at (203) 440-3279 Fully insured. CT Reg. #569127

SOUZA AND SON MASONRY New Construction & Repairs, Insured! Call 203-456-0914. www.themasonryshop.com HIC #0609635

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CLEANING SERVICES CARPET CLEANING. Fully Insured. 2 Areas cleaned $79.95. Family owned & operated. US Navy Veteran. Ultimate Carpet Cleaning LLC 1-203-802-7766

GARY Wodatch Landscape Svs. Hedge/tree trim., trimming over grown properties. Est 1985. All calls returned. #0620397. Office 203-235-7723 cell 860-558-5430

LAWN MOWING $30 Most Neighborhood Lawns. Also gardening, weeding & mulching. Senior Citizen Discounts. Call Ed 860-302-8847

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GUTTERS

LANDSCAPING

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WE WEED GARDENS NORM THE GARDENER Where Gardening’s a Passion (203) 265-1460

MASONRY W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry CT Reg # 0626708 Call 203-235-4139

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

SOUZA AND SON MASONRY New Construction & Repairs, Masonry. Call 203-456-0914. www.themasonryshop.com HIC #0609635 MNA Services MASONRY and CHIMNEY work. INSPECTIONS. Patios, walls, fireplaces. Chimney relining. Repointing and waterproofing. Fully lic. & ins. SENIOR DISC. FREE estimates. (203) 714-7143

A-1 HANDYMAN PLUS CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897

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**JUNK REMOVAL** Appl’s, Furniture, Junk, Debris, etc WE CAN REMOVE ANYTHING Entire house to 1 item removed! FREE ESTIMATES*LIC & INS. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

BILL RUDOLPH LANDSCAPING Cert. Installer, Paver, Walks, Patios, Ret. Walls, Stairs, Shurb Replacment, Landscape Design, & Renovations. Mulch & Stone. Waterfalls & Ponds. Lawn Repair & Install. Drainage & Backhoe Work. Bus. 30 + yrs. WERE ON ANGIES LIST. Free Est. HIC #0563661 Call (203) 237-9577

LAWN & GARDEN ROTOTILLING Garden Bill with Troy Bilt. No garden too small. (203) 294-1160

MOBILE Homes $75-$150 Avg. Ranches, Capes $200-$250 Avg. Splits & Colonials $275-$350 Avg. We do it right. Call Doug 860-621-7602 and 860-919-1519

CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT HIGHEST Quality-Kitchen/Bath Siding ● Roofing Windows ● Remodeling ● Decks ● Gutters Additions ●Credit cards accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #0632415

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FLAGGE TILE COMPANY All phases of ceramic tile, wood/laminate installations. TUB/TILE GLAZING. Please call 860-302-4525 CT HIC # 0626897

TOP SOIL SAND & FILL A-1 Farm Fresh Screened Top Soil. Pick up/delivery. Sidewalk Slate. Fuda Construction, LLC Call for pricing (203) 235-1030

TREE SERVICES

BOUSQUET LANDSCAPING Stump Grinding and or Removal. Call (203) 886-6022

JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Top Quality Work. Full Lawn Maint. Grass Cutting. Comm /Res, Lic/ins #616311 Free

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ALL Your Remodeling & Construction Needs! Kitchs, Baths, Painting, Decks, Windows, Doors, Spring Clean Ups. No Job to Small, We do it All! Free Est., 40 yrs in bus. Lic & Insured #539493 (203) 530-1375 CHLOE’S Home Solutions LLC Quality products, prompt service, & excellent installation at fair prices. Roofing, Siding, Decks, Paint, Home Repairs & Remodels. Lic & Ins HIC #0631419 Credit Cards Accepted. Call (203) 631-2991

PLUMBING Free Est. All Plumbing & Service. Fully Lic. & Ins Front Line Plumbing LLC. (203) 213-0691

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D & G PAVING Over 25 yrs exp. Paving, seal coating, concrete work. CT Reg#0577005. 203-237-6058

PLUMBING

ENHANCE Your Outdoor Living Space with Custom Decks. Also do Roofing, Siding & Gutters CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

Siding, Roofing, Windows, Decks, Remodeling Gutters CT Reg#570192

SAMMY’S Masonry-Brick, Stone, Blocks, Fireplace, Walkways, Pavers. New jobs & repairs. CT 574337. Ins. 203-558-8989 PAUL’S MASONRY New & Repairs. Stone walls, arches, chimneys, sidewalks, fireplaces. Free est. #614863. 203-706-9281

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POWERWASHING Houses, decks, fences. Local co., satisfaction guar. Insured. Olsen Oil & Power Washing 203-272-2699

O & E Masonry. Chimney repair, brick, stone, pavers, sidewalks, etc. Locally owned & operated. CT Reg #0611774. 203-802-0446

PAVING J&J LAWN SERVICES- Res & Comm. Lawn cutting. Weekly/biweekly svs. Neighborhood discounts given. Shrub clipping & flower bed maint. Owner operated. Fully ins. John 203-376-6764

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(203) 639-1634 MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr Service. Benny Medina 203-909-1099

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SERVICES OFFERED

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

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NEW England Tree Service LLC, fully licensed & insured. Top quality work, 24 hr storm service. Refs avail. Free est. CT Reg 0608736. Call (203) 699-TREE GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430

LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE IN BUSINESS 33 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com

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TRUCKS & VANS

SUV’S

MOTORCYCLES ATV’S, ETC.

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

PETS & LIVESTOCK

FORD F-150 1990 4x4 (needs clutch). Runs good. 5 speed standard. $800 or best offer. (860) 276-8119

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES CHEVY Suburban Z71 2004 Stock# 13309B $7,750 Don't miss... Call Chris at 203 250-5952 ww w . ri c ha rd c he v y . c o m

Toyota Highlander 2005 Stock# 13-779A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy

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CHEVY CRUZE LT 2012 Was 22,895 NOW 16,995 Save $4500 off MSRP Stock # 4811L12

$150 MATTRESS SET Queen p-top mattress w/ box. NEW in plastic. Brand name. Only $150! Call/Text Jim 860-709-7667

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AUTOMOBILES WANTED

SL, 4 Door, AWD, V6 $10,988 Stock#1326

AFFORDABLE Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

Appliance Repairs

Will Deliver

CITY RECYCLING will PAY CASH for scrap steel, copper, aluminum, cars & trucks! Call 860-522-9273 30 Fishfry St, Hartford, CT

Hyundai Santa Fe 2003

HARLEY DAVIDSON Trike Ultra Classic 2010. Blue & Silver. low mileage. Extras Cover, Chain Lock, Stereo Headsets. $27,500 or best offer. 203 269-6638 leave message.

Stock# 13-976A Call Nick The Hyundai Guy

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Cindy’s Unique Shop CONSIGNMENT 32 North Colony St., Wallingford (203) 269-9341 Two levels, 1800 SF of Consigned Home Decor & Furnishings 30 Day Layaways Available $5 Off a purchase of $25 or more $10 off a purchase of $100 or more Check us out on Facebook Ample Free Parking in Our Lot Free Gift w/$15 or more purchase SUMMER HOURS Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 9:30-5 Thurs 9:30-6, Sat 10-6, Sun Closed

ELECTRIC STOVE GE BLACK GOOD CONDITION CALL TO ARRANGE PICKUP $250. PATTY - 860-518-1911 KENMORE Washing machine, $150. Call 203-715-4431 for more info. MATTRESS LIQUIDATION: Brand name NEW mattress sets 50-80% off retail prices. Gel, memory, pillow top available in Twin, Full, Queen, King and Cal King. Call 860-709-7667 MAYTAG BUITL-IN DISHWASHER Almond. 24’x34”. $95. (203) 500-2946

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YORKIE, Yorkie-Poo, Bulldogs Chihuahua, Rotties, Beagles, German Shepherds, Labs, Bengal Kittens. Mixed Breeds, Rescues Available. $150+ Call (860) 930-4001.

NISSAN 1997 Pickup Truck. Extra Cab, 4 Wheel Drive, Low Miles, 5 Speed, 4 New Tires Moving, Must Sell! $1,900 Call 203-317-0715

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VALLEY Horse Trailer 1984 16’ Stock. Excellent shape. $1200. (860) 276-9157

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The Southington 7 new born, long hair Dachshund puppies for sale. Loving & playful lap dogs. Shots not included, 4 daple & 3 solid colored. Great family pets! $400, contact Erika 860-724-6770 Taking deposits now.

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Friday, May 31, 2013 — The Southington Citizen MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE 20 SERIOUS PEOPLE TO LOSE 5-100 LBS! Affordable Programs Available! DOCTOR RECOMMENDED! www.healthylife4youtoo.com (203) 715-2779

WANTED TO BUY ALWAYS BUYING CASH PAID Vintage Electronics, Amps, Musical Instruments, Guitars, Radios, Ham Equipment, CB, HiFi, Audio Equipment. 860-707-9350

48” Tow Behind Lawn Aerator Plug Style. Excellent condition. $90. (203) 238-3250 ATLANTIC LUGGAGE New, 26” Upright, Used Once. 19”x26”x9”, expands to 11 1/2”. $50 or best offer. 203 440-3919 CONTENTS of 20 x 12 x 8 CoverIt Shelter filled with holiday outside decorations for Christmas and Halloween. No single items sold. Contents include: Wire Frame Items, Rope Light Items and Lots of Air-Blowns, Both used & new. Call for price. 203 265-1990

FREE Horse Manure Call Mike 203-599-8915 LTD EDITION DALE SR. #3 1994 Wall Clock 23”x11” New in box. $80. (860) 302-8748 TABLES Coffee & End Tables, Glass with Wrought Iron. $59. 860-877-2912 TOPSOIL/FILL Free. U haul away. 203-265-0031 WHITE PANELED Solid Doors, White Bifold Doors, Shelving, HW baseboard heating, outdoor bar, lures and rod building supplies collectibles & household items (203) 238-1977 YU-GI-OH & Pokemon cards, about 500 cards all together. Good condition. Asking $1500 OBO. Call Eugene 203-427-1094

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

ALL CASH FOR MILITARY ITEMS 203-237-6575 SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS HOT TUB: 5/6 person, 40 jets w/ all options. Never used. Cost $7000, Sacrifice $2950. Can Deliver. 203-232-8778

WANTED TO BUY 1, 2 OR 3 ITEMS OR AN ESTATE

CITY RECYCLING will PAY CASH for scrap steel, copper, aluminum, cars & trucks! CALL 860-522-9273 30 Fishfry St, Hartford, CT

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431 DON’T SCRAP YOUR CAR Call Jeff. Will Pay Up To $1000 CASH for your CLUNKER! Damage, Rusted, Broken. (203) 213-1142

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS 2 LIKE NEW Guitars J.Reynolds Acoustic/ Electric w/ hard case. $150; Dean 3 quarter size Black, Electric w/ soft case. $150; $250 for both. Call Mike 203-631-2211

Music By Roberta Performance & Instruction. Voice Lessons All Ages and Levels Welcome. Piano Lessons Beginner to Intermediate. (203) 630-9295

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WALLINGFORD. 3 BR, 2 Full BA Home, HW Flrs, DR, W/D Hookup. Nice area/yard. Beautiful! No Pets. Available 07/01 (203) 654-6190

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203-237-3025 Estate sale service. Costume Jewelry, Antiques, paintings, Meriden-made items, toys, lamps.

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

203-238-3499 2ND Generation Buys Any Napier or any old jewelry. Old Toy Trucks, Old Door Stops, Old Steiff Animals. One item to entire estate. (203) 639-1002 Always Buying All Contents of Estates. Antique, old toys & collectibles. furniture, costume jewelry, etc. Call or stop by Frank’s, 18 S. Orchard St. Wallingford. 203-269-4975 or 203-284-3786 Open Mon.-Sat. 9am-5pm

WALLINGFORD. 3 BR, 2 Full Bath Home, HW Floors, DR, W/D Hookup. Nice area & yard. Beautiful! No Pets. Available July 1st. Call 203-654-6190

CONDOMINIUMS

Flanders West Apts Southington

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable Housing for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older. Amenities Include: Computer Learning Center, TV/ Games Lounge, Laundry Facilities, Off Street Parking, Free Bus Service to local shopping ctrs. On site: Resident Serv. Coord. Small Pets Accepted Please call 860-621-3954 for information. TTY: 711

MER. Furnished Apts. East Side Incl Heat, HW, Elec. 1 BR, 1st Fl, $845/mo+sec. 1BR, 2nd Fl $801 /mo+sec. 203-630-3823 12pm8pm or Meridenrooms.com MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Walk in Closet, & Laundry. No pets! $925 + utilities Call 203-245-9493 MERIDEN -WALLINGFORD LINE Large 2 BR Luxury Condo. Walk in Closet, & Laundry. No pets! $925 + utilities Call 203-245-9493 MERIDEN 1 Br, Broad St. Near monuments. Hdwd Flrs. Nownworking FP. Skylight. Very attractive & private. $775/mo 203-634-1515 or 203-213-8833. MERIDEN 1-2 BR Hubbard Park Central Air/Heat. 775 West Main Street. $795-$995/mo. + utils. No pets. Call Niki 203 992-5605 or Chino 203 935-6224

MERIDEN 1BR & 2 BR Stove, heat & hot water incl. Lease, sec & refs. 203- 239-7657 or 203-314-7300 MERIDEN 1st Flr 1 BR, LR, Kitch, BA. $695/mo. Lease and Sec Deposit Required. No Pets! Call 203-235-2372 MERIDEN 1st Flr., 1 BR, 4 RM Steuben St. Off St. Parking, Private Ent., Updated, New Rugs. Stove/Frig, WD Hookup, Gas Heat, Utils. not included. No pets! $850/mo. + 1 mo. sec. Call 203-654-6739 MERIDEN 4 BR 2 BA 2nd Flr. $1175/mo. + sec & utils. Avali. 6/1. 230 West Main St. 203886-8808. Home Sweet Homes MERIDEN EFFICIENCY APT Newly renovated. Off street parking. No Pets. $480. (203) 537-0848 MERIDEN. East side, 1st flr, 4 rms, 1 car parking, w/d hookup. $775. 1 mo sec. Call 203-440-3317, 203-684-9744 MERIDEN. West side furnished 1st flr studio, includes heat, elec, hw. $180/week plus sec. Call 12noon-8pm (203) 634-1195 www.meridenrooms.com

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ROOMMATES

WALLINGFORD 3 Bedrooms, 1 1/2 Baths. Heat Included. $1400 (203) 671-9309 WALLINGFORD Pilgrim Harbor 2BR, 1.5 Baths, Garage, Appliances Incl. No Pets. No Smoking. $25 Credit Ck Fee. $1400 + Utilities. (203) 605-5940

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Includes Heat, HW, Elec, Kit Priv. East Side. Off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

NORTH HAVEN Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Satellite TV. Short Stay/Daily/ Wkly. On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

WALLINGFORD Garage- North Main St. Close to center of town. Good area. $100/month. Sec. dep. req’d. Available now. 203-269-1426.

HOUSES FOR SALE

KENSINGTON Beautiful Raised Ranch. Over 2,000 sq ft of living area. 3 BR 2 Full Kitchens w/DR. 2 Car garage. Inground Pool. Meticulous Condition. $299,000 The Buyers Broker 860-829-1213 randolphkilpatrick.com

MERIDEN Nice 3 BR Cape with In-Law Apartment. Hardwood Floors, Fireplace. Fenced-in Yard. Detached 2 Car Garage. All remodeled. A must see! 313 Reservoir Avenue Asking $169,000 (203) 213-5000 SOUTHINGTON 133 Malcein Drive. $269,900! 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA Split. New Furnance, Driveway, & Patio. Flander’s District. Call Rose Mary 203-933-2500

IT’S SO CONVENIENT!

BERLIN Beautiful Georgian Colonial (The Ledges) in the center of the historical district. Situated on more than an acre of heavily landscaped gardens, including 2 fish ponds, gazebo, walking paths & more. Bank approved short sale $269,000. The Buyers Broker 860-829-1213 randolphkilpatrick.com

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROP.

HELP WANTED

WESTBROOK, CT 3 BR direct waterfront cottage on private beach. Available June 29-July 6, July 13-July 20, August 10-17, August 24-31. 860 833-2866

GARAGE & STORAGE SPACE FOR RENT

Branford

MERIDEN Apartment House with 5 Units for Sale. Earn 10% (Net) on your investment of $285,000. Call A Real Service (203) 235-2372

VACATION & SEASONAL RENTALS

WALLINGFORD 2 BR 2nd Floor. 50 Lee Ave. On St. Parking. No Smoking/Pets. $750/mo. Call 203-444-5722

WALLINGFORD 40 Hoffman Ct. 2 BR, Central Location. Laundry, No Pets, Credit Chk. $900 + 2 mo sec. Call 203-430-6410

HOUSES FOR SALE

ROOMS FOR RENT

SPRING SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $695/month. HEAT, HOT WATER & ELECTRIC INCLUDED. Private balcony. 203-639-4868

WALLINGFORD 2 BRs, Centrally located, 4 rms, 2nd flr, hdwd flrs, stove & refrig, hookups, storage, off st parking. No pets, no smoking. Security. $895. 860-575-4915

995 Day Hill Rd.

MERIDEN Roomate Wanted for newly renovated 2 BR apt. Split utilities and rent. No pets. Call (203) 537-0848

FOR RENT

MERIDEN 2 BR TH, End Unit, Quiet 1.5 BA. CA, Sec. System, Appli., Wall-Wall. Deck & More! No Pets. Credit Chk & Sec. $1,035 + utlis (203) 269-9755

Windsor

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CARPENTER With at least 5 yrs exp. Must be familiar w/all phases of Carpentry. Must have tools & reliable transportation. Call John 860-426-1578 ENGINEERING AIDE Town of Southington $26.07/hour Candidate will be part of a survey crew and capable of performing generally routine engineering tasks in all phases of the Engineering Department operations. Go to www.southington.org and click on "View Calendar" then "Job Opportunities" for job description, requirements, and application. Mail resume and application to Engineering Department 196 N. Main Street Southington, CT 06489 or e-mail to lambd@southington.org Deadline for applications is June 14, 2013. "The Town of Southington is an Equal Opportunity Employer". Immediate Openings Speed Staffing has immediate openings for part and full time Pickers andPackers Assembly Soldering, Light Housekeeping General Warehouse/Drivers (must have good driving record) Experienced Cooks and Fish processors Also looking for Customer Service Representatives for a busy call center. Rates range from $8.25 to $10.00 per hour. Apply in person to Speed Staffing LLC, 500 South Broad Street, Meriden, CT between the hours of 10:00 and 2:00 pm Monday thru Friday. (203) 379-0390.

One Summit Place

HELP WANTED

LYMAN FARMS INC., Middlefield, CT needs 3 temporary workers 6/1/2013 - 12/1/2013, work tools, supplies, equipment provided without cost to worker. Housing will be available without cost to workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation reimbursement and subsistence is provided upon completion of 15 days or 50% of the work contract. Work is guaranteed of 3/4 of the workdays during the contract period. 10.91 per hr. Applicants to apply contact CT Department of Labor at 860263-6020. Or apply for the job at the nearest local office of the SWA. Job order #4559131. May perform any combination of tasks related to the planting, cultivating, and processing of fruit and vegetables crops including, but not limited to, driving, operating, adjusts and maintains farm machines, preparing soil, planting, pruning, weeding, thinning, spraying, irrigating, mowing, harvesting, grading, packing. May use hand tools such as shovel, pruning saw, and hoe. 1 months experience in duties listed required. OFFICE MANAGER for Meriden YMCA Child Care Job requirements: Office management skills; excellent communication skills; experience with Excel, Word, Publisher; responsible for billing, reimbursement, & collection of accounts; manage supplies; assist director with state, NAEYC accreditation & grant preparation. Four year college degree preferred. Send resume to: ymcakidscampus@aol.com

WIRE EDM SET UP & OPERATE Looking for experience in Wire Edm or CNC experience. Tooling exp a plus. Apply in person at Companion Industries. 891 W. Queen St, Southington.

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